16. Erick is getting closer

"I haven't changed." Angel seemed to be cupping the side of his face while looking in the mirror, observing every detail there.

"My face is not pale, my eyes are still gray and-" Angel paused, bringing his palm to touch his chest. He breathed a sigh of relief when he still felt his heartbeat as usual. "I'm grateful."

"Angel..." Suddenly a cry came from outside his room.

"Yes, Mom!" Angel grabbed the bag on the bed, then immediately ran out of the room. He half ran down the stairs, heading straight to the dining room.

"Good morning-" Angel's breath suddenly hitched when she saw Erick who was sitting on one of the dining chairs with his mother. "You-"

"Morning, Angel," said Erick with a sweet smile.

"Sit down, darling... Erick has come to pick you up at campus," said Mrs. Matthew.

"Hah?" Angel snorted loudly, showing a sharp gaze at the man while speaking to himself. "Don't show yourself to my mother often."

"Why?" Erick answered, which only Angel could hear. "Your mo