CHAPTER 18—Feeling Strange Raffi's Point of ViewWhen I came home late at night I was very tired. There were patients who came because there was a disease spreading in a town and we brought the majority who were struck by fever to the hospital.I could hardly move my body when I lay on my bed. My hands are also hurting. I have no idea if Rock has arrived because I didn't ask the maids I met earlier on my way up here. I thought that maybe he was not there and was busy with his business so he couldn't come home.When I closed my eyes, I didn't notice that I fell asleep because I was so tired.I just woke up when I felt someone caressing my cheek. I slowly opened my eyes. When I saw Rock, I must admit I was surprised but I didn't act. I just stared at his face."Hi," he greeted me"Hi," I said then stretched my body. "What are you doing here?" I sat down and looked at him. "What time is it?""It's eleven o'clock.""Is it too late?""Hmm. Matilde said you haven't eaten yet.""Ah, yes. I
CHAPTER 19—Not Feelin' WellRaffi's Point of ViewWHEN I entered the hospital the next day, the number of patients increased. Most of them were children so I was more busy as well as the rest of my companions. I wasn't able to eat lunch because I was really busy."I'll take care of this first, Raffi. Eat first," said Naya. Even though she still wasn't eating.I shook my head. “No. Even if you eat first. I'll be there later. There are many who are not given IV fluids so I can't even eat anymore.” Even though our faces are tired and hungry, we still think about our priorities. It is more important to take care of them before we eat.Naya and I continued what we were doing. Even Doctor Lyndon was busy. It also took us some time to process. Apart from that, there are also complaints, so my work is very different."Nurse Raffi, maybe you can take care of my baby first. It's hard for him to breathe." I approached the woman who was crying carrying the child who I think was three years old.I
CHAPTER 20—Highly AppreciatedRaffi's Point of ViewI didn't expect my fever to continue that night. I thought I would feel better when I slept but it just got worse. I was even more dizzy that my vision was almost spinning when I tried to get up from lying on top of my bed.I felt someone enter my room but I couldn't see. The lights were off and I couldn't open my eyes. "Who is that?" I asked the newcomer.I stopped suddenly when I smelled something. It was familiar but my mind couldn't believe it. It's impossible for Rock to come to my room at this hour. I took a deep breath then tried to open my eyes then what was there was reflected.It was blurry when I first saw the bulk of Rock's body but it became clear after a while. “R-Rock?” I called with a hoarse voice.“Hmm?” was his only answer. Next I felt his hand caressing my forehead and neck. "Does something hurt you?"I nodded. "My whole body hurts, especially my head and throat.”"The doctor came here earlier to check your body. Y
CHAPTER 21—He's Concerned Raffi's Point of ViewI WOKE up early in the morning and somehow I felt okay. I noticed that Rock was on the sofa and he was sleeping. It was like someone caressed my heart when I saw that he was like a naive child in the world while sleeping soundly.I carefully moved to get up. Rock didn't have a blanket on his body and it seemed like he was struggling to get a seat on the sofa. I felt guilty. I slowly approached him. Now I can stare at Rock's face more. His natural eyelashes are long. The nose is pointed and the lips are normally red and thin.I swallowed when I remembered how Rock kissed me. I was taken back when he opened his eyes and the strength of my heart beat."You're awake." Rock got up and rubbed his eyes. He looked at me then smiled slightly.'Am I blind or did he really smile?' I asked myself."Raffy?" he called me.It was as if I came to my senses and looked at him. "Y-yes.""Are you still awake? Do you want to eat?” Rock looked at the watch h
CHAPTER 22— Gaslighting Raffi's Point of ViewWHEN I woke up the sun was high. I can feel my sweat now and I know, I don't have a fever anymore. When I looked at the sofa, Rock wasn't there. He was not in the room and I was the only one there. I spent a few moments before standing up and going to the closet. I'm sticky and want to take a shower. There is a heater so my body will not be shocked by the cold.From the time I started to the end, Rock still didn't come back to my room. It's not that he needs to come back here, but I just want to thank him because he's kind. He took care of me when my fever was high. It's just a simple thank you, I know he'll appreciate it, but I can think of something nice to do.When I left my room, Matilde was about to climb the stairs. We looked at each other. I don't know if I should pay attention to her or not. The way she looks at me is always so cold. I don't know if it's just me or others too."Are you feeling okay, Raffi?" she asked me.I was a l
CHAPTER 23—VisitorsRaffi's Point of View"YOU don't need to come here, Doctor Lyndon. Naya is enough. You might catch a fever from me." I'm really embarrassed because Naya is here with Doctor Lyndon. What's even more annoying is that Naya didn't say anything and just came here to the mansion. I know that their duty is over and they can go home but why are they still here to stay with me.We are in the living area now. Because it was quite cold I wore a jacket."That's okay, Raffi. Actually, he has been teasing me to join me here for a while now. We're not done with duty yet but I'm already invited." Naya's eyes rolled when she said that.I turned to Lyndon who averted my gaze."We just brought you some fruits to help you recover faster."“Thank you but—”"Leave Lyndon and I alone, okay? Anyway, where is…” Naya's speech slowed down and she also closed her eyes.I glared at her. In fact, Lyndon didn't know about my marriage to Rock. I'm not really ready to tell my friend yet. And now,
CHAPTER 24— OutbreakRock's Point of View“THE disease that started in Groundland is spreading too much. Several children have been affected. Most of them are taken by life. What do you think is the root cause of why this epidemic has become so severe?” I asked my companions. I just received news that another five children have died due to the outbreak of a serious illness. If the adults are able to survive but not the other young."It just started with a fever until there was a complication. We agencies do not stop in knowing where it came from and how to stop that disease," said a director from the department of Health."Also some branches of the government are also helping."I was in a meeting and I was talking to more than ten officers. As I am the standing leader of Highland I am the one who should think about how to fight the disease that is spreading. I'm also uneasy because Raffi was also hit. Fortunately, his body was strong and he was able to fight it."Those in the healing
CHAPTER 25—Weird FeelingsRaffi's Point of ViewI was silent while waiting for Rock to enter the mansion. Earlier I heard his car coming and maybe it's in the garage now. Any time it will enter the big door.I was at the kitchen entrance. I have a glass full of water in my hand. Actually, I'm not thirsty. I only meant to take it so that if Rock ever saw me here, I would have an excuse for him. I'm really disgusted with myself because I behaved like this to him just now.It's like I want to talk to him about what Naya said to me. Nothing. I am just so curious why he and Lucille were together at the hospital? Why are they in the same car together? All I know is that Lucille has her own car. It's impossible not to have it because it's rich.I stopped thinking and focused my attention on the big door when it opened. It was Rock who immediately frowned when he saw me."Raffi, what are you doing here? Are you well?” he asked when he got close to me."Ah, I just got some water because I'm th