
A few days later, I was out of the hospital. When I got out of the hospital, my mother didn't take me to the Alhold housing complex but in the other direction. It was the first time I set foot in a new home, the home that my mother, father, and Ninlil now live in. In other words, my home was before living with the Emir and Inanna.
Since then, fathers have been more attached to mothers than to extended families.
Ninlil and I moved schools. Which, unfortunately, still has the Alhold family. But they are not as aggressive as they used to be. And, on the other hand, my friends are now more vocal when opposing the Alhold family.
I heard the neighbors talking about my case. Apparently, my case will be brought to justice for violence against minors. However, back then the influence of the Alhold family was still great, so my case never reached court. Instead, rumors circulated widely that the Alhold family treated the children very badly.
The rumors tainted Alhold's surname. Hence, many of the Alhold family businesses went out of business. The Alhold family, which had previously been respected as a family with abundant wealth, turned into a family with mediocre economic conditions. It was also what made my schoolmates braver against the Alhold family.
On the other hand, my mother became very rich. In fact, I could have a hospital thanks to mother's intervention.
I think the destruction of the Alhold family is inevitable. At that time, the Alhold family had a problem with some local nobles.
In case I thought about it, then, I unwittingly started making plans in my head. When I went to the hospital, alone with a broken arm, the doctor and the nurse must have called the police. In other words, I hope the police intervene in the case.
The police, who knew I was from the Alhold family, were eager to find information. I dare say the police tried to uncover all of the black history of the Alhold family, and I happened to be the black history.
Although it could not be brought to trial, but with the help of nobles, Alhold's good name could be destroyed. Plus mom and Akadia, Alhold's good name wasn't saved at all.
However, as I said before, all of that just happened. Between my instincts as a strategist began to appear due to being cornered, or it was all purely coincidental.
One month after I was attacked, my hand was almost healed. The doctor was quite surprised because it normally takes several months until the fracture can heal. However, just in case, I was still told to use bandages on my shoulders and arms.
The time of one month, when my hand was about to heal, was a very long time to look forward to. When I was about to recover, my mother and Ninlil let me go alone. As soon as I got some alone time, I got on the bus, headed for the edge of town.
I came at the same hour as before. I don't know if it was a shopping day. And, unfortunately, not. Since it was not a shopping day, I also walked to the orphanage.
Along the way, people greeted.
"Hi, Lugalgin, long time no see."
"Why hands?"
"You want to see Tasha?"
And so forth. I also answered their questions briefly. Since they understood I wanted to see Tasha immediately, they let me go immediately.
Finally, I reached the fence of the orphanage. But I didn't open it right away.
Within a month, my family's condition improved. Mom's not sestres first. Ninlil began to communicate with his mother and father. However, even so, I feel that there is less.
Before mom and dad made me feel welcome, other than Ninlil, Tasha and Sargon's orphanage had accepted me for who I was. They provide comfort that I have never felt before. In fact, it's no exaggeration to assume they were my family before mom and dad.
Yes, they are my family. I want to feel those days again. Really want. Especially Tasha. I want to see her smile again. I want to hear him say, "Ah, welcome Lugalgin," with open arms. With all my heart, I stuck out my hand, trying to open the fence.
However, my hand had not yet touched the fence, my hand stopped. I don't know, I'm scared. It's been a month that I've suddenly disappeared without any news. I'm afraid they'll get angry. Worse, I'm afraid they've forgotten me. Without me noticing, I stood long enough in front of the fence, doing nothing.
I'm afraid, when I come in they'll say, "Sorry, what's the need, huh?". I'm really scared. Without realizing it, my left hand came back down. I just bowed.
Though, before meeting Tasha, I got used to it myself. I used to spend my days fighting, fighting the Alhold family. I never minded not having friends or living alone. But now, I don't want it. I don't want to part with Tasha.
"Lugalgin?"
"Eh?"
A beautiful voice echoed in my ears. I can't be wrong, it's a voice that's so old. The voice I so missed.
Slowly, I raised my face, looking behind the fence. And, right, a soft brown haired woman like silk is already visible. His round eyes continued to look at me, who was slowly glazed over.
"Ah, Ta, Tasha. Pardon me. This month I'm–"
Without waiting for me to finish my speech, Tasha opened the fence. Quickly, he jumped up, grabbing my body in his arms.
"I miss you, Lugalgin. I'm sorry I couldn't see you."
Huh huh?
"Walk?"
Tasha let go of his embrace. "Yes, I heard a rumor that your right hand was broken because of the Alhold's ill-treatment."
As Tasha looked at my right arm, her eyes grew even more teary. Not only the tears, even the tears have flowed. He hugged me back.
"I'm sorry, Lugalgin."
Just then, without thinking, my body moved by itself. I grabbed Tasha's body with my left hand, stroking Tasha's back.
"You're not wrong anything. You don't have to apologize. I want to thank you for waiting and welcoming me. I'm really grateful."
"Lugalgin...."
At that moment time seemed to stop. Being in Tasha's arms, I felt so calm and peaceful. With my body, I could feel the warmth of Tasha's body slowly encroaching. I want that moment to last forever.
But, unfortunately, no.
"Finally! Brother Lugalgin and Brother Tasha Jadian."
"Suit suit."
"Finally!"
The sounds of children from inside the orphanage broke the atmosphere. Tasha who was conscious of being a spectacle immediately let go of me. He threw away his blushing face.
"Already, already, don't bother Tasha and Kak Lugalgin" Ms. Aria said behind the children. "Come, Lugalgin, we'll have lunch together."
"Good Miss Aria."
That afternoon, a month ago, I went back to spending lunch with Tasha and the residents of Sargon orphanage.
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