“She needs to rest,” I heard a familiar voice said.

I couldn’t tell who it was but I know he’s someone I know. I could feel the heaviness of my eyes as I struggle to open them. Am I still alive? Of course, idiot!

But why couldn’t I open my eyes?

I was startled when someone held my hand. My heart started beating fast than usual. It was as if his presence only would tell who he is. No words would do. I could still guess.

He caressed my hand then held it tight then…he kissed it? I know he did. I could feel his lips. Those lips were really familiar to me. I would always want to be kissed by those lips. And if I would die now, I want to feel his lips on mine for the last time.

“Jessie,” he called.

Hae…

“I’m sorry I wasn’t there. I’m sorry for letting you drive though I know you’re still not good at it,” he said.

What is he talking about?

“I should have stopped you when I saw you driving but I…Jess, be well. Okay? I want to tell you something when you wake up,” he said those in a kind of voice that shows concern.

Why are you like that, Hae? One minute, you’re sweet. The next one, it is as if you don’t care for me. Ugh!

He held my hand tighter this time until I felt nothing anymore. I heard the door closed. I almost cried but stopped when I heard the door opened. Did he come back for me?

Oh, H—

“Hi, Jessica.”

Dara.

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I felt the heavy presence s