Charlie's Point-of-ViewI had been unconscious for three days, and during that period, I could sense someone watching over me, moving cautiously and sighing every now and then.It was none other than Ruby.I opened my eyes and saw Ruby slumped beside the bed. She instantly jolted awake, and as soon as our gaze met, unbridled joy burst from her eyes. She then cried out hoarsely, "You're finally awake, Charlie!"She pulled me into a tight embrace a moment later. She held me so hard my wounded ribs throbbed, but it brought a bizarre sense of comfort. She was trembling slightly, and right then, a strange, unfamiliar feeling stirred inside me.She let go of me, blushing slightly. She still looked at me resolutely, took a deep breath, and said, "I'm afraid that if I don't speak up now, I'll never get the chance to say it again, Charlie…"She gripped my hand tightly and continued, "I've liked you for a long time now. It's not because I feel sorry for you, nor am I catching you at a weak
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