Destiny Choice

Will we go back?

17 Years later....

January 7, 2036

Crick...

The sound of the door I opened.

Finally, after a long time, I returned to my father's house.

His house is very dusty. I better clean it up soon. My inner.

3 Hours more, finally the house is clean as before. I immediately threw myself on the sofa.

Mom and Dad, how are you? Was there you also met Steven back? If so, say my regards to him.

Drrt.. Drrt...

Well, who the hell is calling. Inner irritated.

I checked my HP.

Why did this doctor call me again? I told you not to continue the treatment.

I just turn it off.

"There's this time, spend your time with the people you love."

The words are still clear in my mind.

Who would want to accompany a sick old lady like me? Even if he loves me, he won't do it either.

I will be a burden to him.

••••••••••••••••••••••••••••

January 8, 2036

I'm heading to the supermarket near my house.

Eh? Wait, why is the supermarket a bakery? Has the supermarket closed and been replaced by a bakery?

Look, I'm looking for another supermarket. I also started my car engine. However, I did not leave because I saw a very familiar figure just out of the store.

Is that really him?

I hurried down from the car and approached the man.

"Nico." call me who's behind him.

He looked at me.

Heart beat fast.

My mind then remembers the past that once haunted me.

"Brianna?"

"Yes." Yeah."

I who missed her so much immediately hugged her tightly.

I really miss this guy. Very - very much missed him.

"Bri."

I let go of her embrace and looked at her. Although, it was aged but he still looked as handsome as before.

"Emmm.. What if we talk inside?" bargained for.

I nodded with a smile. I feel really happy now.

"Sit down first, I'm going to go to the toilet for a second" he said.

"Yes." give me back.

After a few minutes, he finally returned.

"Is this your bakery?" ask me to start the conversation.

"Yes." Yeah."

"I didn't expect we'd see each other again" I said happily.

He just smiled at me hearing my words.

"By the way, how are you doing now?" ask again.

"As you can see now."

Was he unhappy with my presence? I really don't know myself.

"How are you?" ask Nico.

"Good."

Lying, I'm not doing well. 

"Then, how are you and Steven?"

"Steven and Dad have gone far away from me. All I know is, they must be fine now and then."

"They're gone?"

"Yes." Yeah."

Suddenly, the atmosphere became quiet.

"Emmm.. How's Dean doing?" my many.

"Dad left too. He left a few months ago."

I was shocked to hear that. Sure, I've met you back up there.

"Have you married again?" my many.

"No. After divorcing you, I decided not to marry again."

Is there a gap for me to get back in? If so, I will use it well.

"Nic, do you still have a taste for me?"

"Yes. That's why I can't open my heart to others."

Should I, ask him to come back? There's a chance in front of my eyes. And I obviously wouldn't throw it away for free.

"Will you come back for me?" ask with a pleading look.

"I can't. I'm sorry."

I just smiled wryly at his answer. Dashed is my hope. He has rejected me now.

"I need to get home now" I said.

"You still live in your father's house?"

"Yes." Yeah."

"Nic, I love you. Even though you always doubt me."

I immediately ran out and got into the car.

Am I crazy now? Wish he was persuaded by my words? I'm so bright my mind.

•••••••••••••••••••••••••••

January 10, 2036

Tired after exercise. Take a break while watching TV, it's good.

I immediately sat on the sofa and set the TV.

Ting tong's.. Ting tong's...

Duh, who the hell came?

I opened the door lazily.

"Eh? Nico?"

"Hey, Bri. This is for you." said Nico as he gave me the bouquet of flowers he had brought to me.

I looked at him strangely. Whatdoes thatmean?

"Can I come in first?" her door.

I also invited him.

"Want a drink?" bargained.

"No need. I'm not thirsty."

I sat down on the sofa next to him. The atmosphere became awkward again.

"Emmm... What did you mean by coming here?" ask me to the point.

"Is my offer to return still valid?"

Degs...

Why would he ask that?

"Sure." I replied.

"If, then let's go back. Although, I still doubt. But, I'll try."

Without me realizing there was an answer I had long wanted, it finally came out of his mouth.

"Yes, Nic. I'll try for you too."

"But we live it without any marriage bond."

"It doesn't matter, as long as we can be together."

Because from the beginning, coming back with you is a gift to me. I don't expect more from you.

•••••••••••••••••••••••••••

February 2, 2036

"Nih, the fruit." said Nico while giving the fruit that he had peeled the skin.

"Thank you." replied to me with a big smile.

"Aren't you at the bakery?" I chewed an apple.

"No, I told the staff to take good care of it."

"Ooo.."

I continued to eat the fruit.

"By the way, what the hell is in your room drawer?" ask Nico curious.

Degs..

Gawat, I forgot the drawer yesterday.

"Eh? Emm.. It's headache medicine."

"You got a headache?"

"Yes, sometimes." I lied.

Sorry, Nic. I'm not ready for the truth.

"Don't take mulu drugs, Na. Not good."

"Yes. It's just sometimes."

Didn't Nico read the drug description? In any case, he is lying to me right now?

••••••••••••••••••••••••

August 1, 2036

"Na, how many days are left for you?"

I who was busy eating my food, immediately choked to hear his question.

Uhuk...

"Geez, slow down" said Nico, patting my back.

"What did you mean? What day?" my question is not to understand.

"I know your illness. And it's chronic, isn't it?"

Right I guess, you read it that time.

"Yes. I'm sorry I hid it all this time." I said guilty.

"I know, you're afraid I can't take it, right?"

"Yes, I'm scared. I've been trying to heal, but the doctor said it's very unlikely."

"Then how many days are left?"

"I don't know, the doctor said about 1 - 2 years away. But, I can't believe it. Steven alone is estimated the remaining time of 2 - 3 years, instead leave in a few months alone."

"We shouldn't see each other again. You always bring sadness for me."

My heart is so sad to hear it. This is not what I want. I never wanted to make him sad.

But, what can I do?

"Nic, I'm sorry. Please don't leave me again, you're all I have now."

I don't know, what would he choose? Leaving me again? Or survive?