Sylvia's P. O. V I woke up with a start, staring around the cabin. Sitting up, I facepalmed myself and noticed they were sticky with tears. I was crying yesterday, why? Then it all came back to me. Patrick and I argument, Alex kisses and everything in between. My heart felt like it had been squeezed and I almost started crying again. No Sylvia, today is an new day. You can't keep crying, it doesn't solve anything. I looked around the cabin and noticed Skyler's bed was empty, maybe she was out for her morning run. I sighed softly, too tired and weak to start today. The other girls soon began waking up and when they saw me sitted on the bed, greeted me. " Going out today?" Aubrey asked. " No. Can't walk." I replied and gave her a stiff smile. " Okay... We'll see you later then." She replied and I nodded. Then proceeded to the bathroom while I picked up my phone and began checking my social media feed, trying to keep myself busy.... Patrick's
Sylvia's P. O. V I saw Tyler and Olivia approach me but instead of looking downcast, they had dreamy smiles on their faces and they were holding hands. What's going on? They finally got to me and I gave them questioning gazes. " What happened? " I asked, my gaze shifting from Olivia to Tyler. " Well... It's good news." She breathed out, stifling a giggle. " What is it?" I asked, eagerness evident in my voice. " Let's just say... I can now see Tyler that way." She replied and clung onto Tyler who welcomed. I gasped. " No way! Oh my God... I'm so happy for you!" " Thank you. I can't believe that all I've been looking for was right there in front of me and I couldn't see it." " Well... Now you do." I replied and we chuckled. " I'm really happy for you guys. So,when is it going to become official?" I asked and Olivia furrowed her brows in worry. " It's not really over though. There's still my parents to think about. " " It isn't
( Final day of camp) Sylvia's P. O. V Finally the camp came to an end. During the last few days everyone could be seen packing their bags and saying their last goodbyes. The last bonfire night that was held was actually the best has everyone put up a great show as this would be the last time they would ever see this much people again. Even though I was in a sour mood throughout the last few days, I couldn't help but smile out tears at the fun I had as well. Today was the last day so mostly what everyone was doing was packing up and getting ready to go home. Fortunately for Olivia and Tyler, this camp had a happy ending for them. Tyler finally asked Olivia to be his girlfriend at the last bonfire night and she heartily agreed. But me? I'm not so sure. As usual, I spent the last few days avoiding Alex and Patrick. Skyler on the other hand didn't wait till the end of camp before leaving. After that night that I had spoken to her, we had woken up to see an empty bed. A
(Next day) After dressing up for school, I came downstairs and met my mom in the kitchen, making breakfast. After a quick greeting and a kiss on the cheeks, I settled down for some oats and milk. She came to join me later. Glancing at her as I ate, I made to ask the question that had been bugging me for some time now. " Mom... Are you okay? You don't look so well." I said and she smiled, not meeting my gaze. " Yeah. I'm fine, just a little sick." She replied and I shrugged. " You sure? You've gotten a lot thinner." I said and she flinched a little. Smiling again, she held my hands. " I said am fine. Stop worrying about me. Now eat your food and go to school or you'll be late." I smiled, glad to know my mom wasn't as sick as I thought. Finishing up my meal, I bade my mom goodbye before heading to school. I arrived soon after and of course, the entire compound was bustling with students. Carefully making my way around them, I found my way to my
Sylvia's P. O. V " When... How did she get it?" I asked the doctor again, not sure if I heard him the first time. " Anyone can have it... Although people who have relatives that had leukemia once are prone to having it." He explained. I stared past him, my gaze unseeing. " You know what leukemia is right?" The doctor asked when I wasn't saying anything. When I didn't reply, he began explaining. " It starts when the blood-producing organs...." I cut him short. " I know what leukemia is doctor. " I said and he froze. " How long has she had it?" I asked again. " She's had it for quite a while now but she always came in for treatment using chemotherapy." She has? Why didn't she tell me? " So... what's going on now? Why did she faint?" I asked, my eyes clouding with tears, He sighed deeply before continuing. " They probably weren't working anymore so there are more leukemic cells in her body and her immune system is already weakened. It's wh
( A few hours later) Sylvia's P. O. V Looking out and realizing it was already getting late, I slowly made my way to the boys who were still hanging around. " Hey...." I called out meekly. They raised their faces to look at me. " You should go home. You've been here for quite a while now, your parents must be worried about you. " " Wha... What about you? " Patrick asked. I managed a smile. " I'll be fine. I'll just stay here... With Mom. Just in case the doctors need anything. " " You're still in your uniform. " Alex reminded me. I looked down and realized it was true. " Uhh... Then I guess I'll go home too. But it'll be much later. You guys should go on ahead. " They glanced at each other, hesitant. Neither of them wanted to leave. " Come on now... Please?" I begged. Patrick sighed in defeat. " You're right though... It is getting late. But are you sure you'll be fine? " he asked. " Absolutely. I'll call you if I need anything." I s
( Next day) Sylvia's P. O. V I woke up very late the next day, my head pounding and my heart heavy. Running a hand through my messed up hair, I looked around and was met with silence. Swallowing the lump in my throat, I let out a shaky breath. I had thought it was all a bad dream and I would wake up and everything would be back to normal. But it's not, my mom really is sick. Breaking down again, I began crying, my face buried in my hands as the tears slipped out. But of course, crying never solved anything. Eventually I'll have to get out of bed and face the reality. I dragged myself out of the bed, trudging into the bathroom to wash off my tear stained face. I can't go to school today so I sent a text to both Patrick and Alex that I'll not be arriving. Peeling off my nightclothes from my body, I stepped into the shower and stayed there for long hours, just letting the water run down my body. A quick breakfast and I'll be going to the hospital....
Patrick's P. O. V I stared at Sylvia as she continued crying. Shuddering, I began talking. " What are we going to do now?" I asked gently and Sylvia looked up at me, her eyes watering. " I don't know...." She forced out, her voice shaking. " I don't know anyone else. And even if I try to use an outside donor how am I so sure we'll find him on time? " She asked and broke down further, sobbing loudly. I glanced at Alex, swallowing. " What do we do now?" I asked quietly. " I don't know... " He whispered back.... Alex's P. O. V When I arrived home, I met my mom already waiting for me. I sighed and greeted her, hugging her tightly. " What happened? Why do you look so sullen?" She asked and I breathed out, running a hand through my hair. " It's Sylvia's mom..." I began. " What about her? " " Well... Sylvia submitted herself for a test and she wasn't a match. Now we don't know where we would find a match for her mom before time runs out. "