The next day....
I love walking under the Sakura trees in springtime. I remember I had a friend when I was around 9. But she went to America with her parents. She was a really dear person. She was a year older than me. Her house was opposite to mines. We both used to walk under the sakura trees while going to school. Cherry Blossom always reminds me of Mio san.
Yeah, her name itself means beautiful cherry blossom.
I remember Sora used to like her. Obviously, anyone could fall for her. She was so beautiful and kind. But he loved her caring nature.
Someone was very happy when Mio san left. Hayami san is the daughter of the house I live in. She's currently not at home. She's enjoying vacations with her friends.
She's crazy for Sora.
Yesterday Sora was showing me some details of his new research. Never mind he's always doing stuff like that.
I have no idea where my life is heading to.
I didn't realize I reached the school gate.
The classes will start in 15 minutes. I'm usually the first one to arrive in class.
I put my bag down. A cherry blossom petal fell on the table.
" Oh, might be it got stuck on me while I was passing under the trees," I whispered to myself.
I gently grabbed the petal in my fist.
Students are entering the class. They all are with their friends.
I wish Mio san was here.
The boy from yesterday entered the class at the same time.
I think it's about time for the class.
Our teacher is in the class. It's so boring.
I think I'm interested more in the playground outside.
I wish my life was free like them. They do what they love. They are not bound to anything. They have friends, they can smile, they can roam freely, they can look up to the sky when they feel discouraged. And the most important thing is they have a family.
"Sanah sanah" I can hear my name in a faint voice.
"Sanahh" something hit a book on the table with anger in his voice.
Ohh no I just went blank. It's my teacher.
"Sorry teacher I am not feeling well. May I use the restroom."
"Okay, but make sure from next time I won't spare you if you will space out like that."
"I think I am feeling down today. Did I get low blood pressure?"
I took medicine after a checkup from the nurse. I headed towards the class.
I entered the class, everyone was looking at me. I hate it when people stare like this.
I am thinking of giving up on my part-time but how will I be able to save to live independently.
I have never spent unnecessarily from my childhood. I also want to taste freedom.
I don't want to give up on that dream of mine.
"Hey, you alright now," a gentle voice from behind echoed in my ear. This is the first time ever anyone has asked me whether I am alright. I think I am about to cry.
"Yes," I answered without turning back.
He is the same boy from yesterday. But why he is asking me this. I mean we are totally strangers and also no one ever bothered about asking me.
Even just once it means a lot to me. I am so happy to know that someone cared for me even if it was for once.
I don't want to say this to him but thanks a lot for worrying about me, I am very glad to hear that.
I think this was one of the best days. My soul was happy. I couldn't help but hear that voice again and again in my mind. Ohh I already reached the river bridge. It's an old wooden bridge. But it's still beautiful. The trees surrounding it and the chirping of birds living on those trees, a cool breeze, the scent of flowers on the sides of the river, the squirrels running up and down on the trees, the sound of clear water hitting the shore while flowing(it's not flowing fast but still it is creating a soothing sound)and the greens in the river bed sparkling and waving along with the flow of water is a straight scene out of heaven. This river is a therapy for all my confusion.
I just got an idea while looking at the water. I think I know what I have to do.
I went back home to cook lunch.
Hayami san is already back from her vacation.
She's sitting at the dinner table.
"Welcome back Hayami san," I said while putting my bag on the table and heading to wash my hands and face.
Why are you this much late? I am dying from starvation. Just cook something delicious for me.
Hahaha, I don't know why but I get a feeling that she kinda hates me.
I think I should hurry up and cook something for her. She might be hungry.
I started cooking for her.
I also have to leave within half an hour. I cooked her the meal.
Then I put my bag in my room and headed towards my job. My room is not a very big one. It's a small room. Half of it is turned into a storeroom. My half is separated by curtains. But I think that's enough space to live.
*****walking to the restaurant *********
"Hello kana san and head chef," I said while closing the door and going to change for my job. I wear only an apron over my clothes as I don't have to attend to the customers. I work in the kitchen only. There are many other people also who work here.
"Kana san could you help me a bit. I am confused a little."
"Yes, what is it sanah?"
"I want to run a fast food stall but I can't do it yet. I am still 16."
"Okay, I will help you. Why is it bothering you? "
"It's nothing "
"Okay, I'll become the owner then you can do part-time there. Haha, don't worry I will not take any money you can have it all by yourself."
"Are you sure?"
"Yeah, you are like a little sister to me."
"Thanks that means a lot to me." I really loved this. This is such a wonderful day. She really does think of me as her younger sister.
Ohh my God I can't contain my happiness.
All the anger that was proliferating inside me just vanished today.
I want to be happy. Today two people gave me hope to live happily.
Even though those were a few words but they meant a lot to me.