
Slowly, the light returned to my sight. When I opened my eyes, all I saw was a white ceiling.
I looked to the right, to the left. There's no one in this place. There are two beds on my left and right. Although the blankets, pillows, and bolsters look neat, it looks like the sarongs and sheets are shabby. Someone is using it.
Ah, yes, Emir and Inanna sleep in this room. Several times, when I got up and went to the bathroom, they kept helping me walk. After that, they gave me the dope so I could fall asleep again. It seems that my life is still incomplete so their presence is almost forgotten by me.
I got up, sat on the bed. Eventually, all the pain disappeared. It's been a long time since I last felt such pain. When was the last time? I don't know. I forget.
Or maybe I've never been hurt that bad? I don't know. This was my first time being hospitalized.
I look around. There is a clock behind the room, which borders the bathroom wall. The clock shows 11 o'clock. Because there's no window, I don't know it's 11 o'clock day or night.
On the right side of the bed, between the two beds, there was a tall table. On it, several pieces of fruit were cut. I didn't know who was serving it, but, apparently, that person was already prepared that I suddenly rose up and starved, just like now. Without further ado, I began to devour him.
I don't stop at one apple. I kept and kept eating. Apples, bananas, grapes, pineapples, all the cut fruit I ate. It was fortunate that these fruits contained water, so my throat was not too burdened. However, unfortunately, one plate of fruit was still not enough to relieve my hunger. I need to eat heavy.
Since not a single cable or infusion was plugged in, I immediately stood up. However, when I stood up, I was unable to feel my feet on my feet, as if they were floating. Both my hands were holding on to the mattress, holding my body.
How long have I been asleep and not even standing? Never mind. I'll take care of that later. By holding on to the mattress and leaning against the wall, I tried to drag my body out.
The one thing I hate most about hospitals is that they all have the same interior. Because of that, if from the inside like this, it is difficult for me to be able to distinguish between hospitals A and B. So, I don't know the floor plan and layout of the room.
After walking for a while, finally, my legs were able to walk normally. I no longer need to lean against the wall. As a result, my walking speed returned to normal. I got to the T-junction and saw a nurse emerge from the wall. Not from a wall, but, perhaps, from an invisible door.
I walked up to the nurse and found them coming out of the elevator. After asking, they gave me directions to the canteen. I took the elevator and went down to the 1st floor, to the cafeteria.
Normally, patients like me should be given soft food when they are conscious. This is to reduce the burden on my digestive system. However, if the food is soft, I cannot eat too much or I will be nauseous from boredom. So, normal food is the only option.
In the elevator, I just realized that I haven't left a message or anything for Emir and Inanna. I hope they don't panic when they see me disappear.
I'm sorry, Inanna, Emir, I'm really hungry. I can't hold it anymore. May you forgive a future husband who is more concerned with food than waiting for you in the room or at least telling you.
When I reached the canteen that was emitting light behind the window, I knew it was day, not night. Besides, I finally knew this place was Haia Foundation Hospital. Well, there was a father then, so it's normal that I was rushed here. And, apparently, the canteen staff at this hospital recognized me. When I came to the cashier and ordered, they said I didn't have to pay. In fact, they prepared a special table for me.
Thankfully I don't have to pay. I am not carrying a wallet at this time. However, if the canteen staff recognized me, why didn't the nurse? If I remember, his face was young. Are they interns? If true, then it's normal that they don't recognize me.
Nah! Honestly, I was surprised the staff recognized me. All my life I've set foot in this hospital less than 10 times. However, on the other hand, it could be that the staff has received notice or information if I am admitted to this hospital. Then, they searched for information about my face on the internet. Well, it could be.
But I don't care about all that. When the food came, I could not hold back the saliva anymore. Without further ado, happy eating!
Um, the food in the cafeteria is delicious. Between sweet, salty, savory, and spicy flavors are balanced. I could feel my tongue sparkling, facing all the food entering my mouth. I'm not sure the food in the hospital canteen is this good or my hunger makes all the food good. However, I don't care at all. What matters is that it tastes good.
I go on and on devouring all the food that comes. Countless how many servings I ate, but I still did not feel full or full.
Finally, after almost an hour, I finished eating. On my left right, I see a pile of dishes that are quite high. Maybe the height is the same as me if I stood up. I'm not sure how the plate at the top is stacked. Did I throw it? I don't know. What matters is that I am full now.
On the other hand, if I look around, this canteen should be for visitors, not patients. I thank you because the employees still want to serve food with strong taste to me.
Finally, a familiar voice sounded. I looked to my left and saw Inanna standing up.
Wait a minute, since when did Inanna stand there? Not only Inanna, the Emir was also beside her. Am I focusing too much? Damnit damnit! If it's true, I'm really off guard. There was an enemy coming and killing me.
Back to business now. Emir and Inanna smiled widely. However, despite smiling, their tears flowed. When I saw their smiles and tears, my chest felt tight. I don't know, I felt an emotion in their smiles, as if sadness and relief were mixed. On the other hand, my feelings of guilt arose.
"Hi Inanna, Emir. Sorry I didn't give you any news. When I woke up, I was hungry, so I came straight here."
Without giving an answer, Emir and Inanna immediately hugged me. In fact, I almost fell out of the chair. Slowly, and gently, I rubbed both of their heads. From this swipe of the hand, I could feel their bodies shaking so violently. Apparently, I've been making them worry for the past few days.
"I'm sorry, Emir, Inanna. Thank you for taking care of me these past few days."
I said a few days because I don't know how long I've been asleep.
When Emir and Inanna hugged me tightly, everyone's attention was on us. They're all smiling. Some even shut their mouths and shed tears. Come on, you're too dramatizing.
From the hallway that was connected to the elevator, where I had appeared, my father came. He was wearing formal clothes overlaid with a doctor's suit. He came and stood in front of me, behind the table.
"Hello, dad."
"Gin, I know that you're very hungry. But can you please not go away like this? They're already worried enough about you being almost killed."
I still smile and caress Emir and Inanna.
"Yes, I'm sorry."
Seriate
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