Summer's Point of View
We went to the photo studio, first it was a solo picture. I have my first solo picture in my whole eighteen years that i remembered. Then after that we have group pictures. Aunt Sonia, Me, Fiona, Yola, Sari and even Sunday took pictures together. Then Fiona, Sunday and I also got one.
In less than two months, it would just be Fiona that would live in this world. I think about the pain that would stick to her again. I hope this time she will have a lot of love from people. I know Kyle would protect her and also Jake.
"We're going to email the pictures to you and then would email if the pictures are already going to have its hardcopy" The assistant of the studio told us. It's more of a process because I knew somehow that they would still edit those pictures.
"Okay, where do you want to go? Let's eat, Summer" Sari said. I nodded and we all went out.
We went to the fast food place where Fiona and Kyle ate the last time. Fiona suggested this place which I think is her favourite place. Aunt Sonia was the one who ordered and paid for us as she wanted to treat us so well.
"I'm so glad this place is a pet-friendly place" Yola said and petted Sunday. I also do the same and Sunday looks so loved.
When Aunt Sonia came, we helped her put the order in place. Then we began eating. After we've done eating, we stroll around to the place while chatting on what we should do to make the remaining days worth a while.
After the strolling, we went home. Sunday was in my room because he's still my dog. I played with him for a while and decided to train him on the potty train. He was really a good and fast learner dog so he got a treat. I think I would buy treats and toys for him.
So I decided to contact Jake and leave Sunday to Yola. Yola was really into him because she got excited and happy when she knew. Jake was at the gate when I went outside. I told him not to drive his car anymore because we're just going to the market.
"Do you enjoy bonding with your family?" He asks me while holding my hand. He also switches the position of us as he sees the cars and cabs going towards us.
"Yeah, when I saw them I became hesitant to go. As if I want to stop the time but I know in myself that I got weaker and weaker as days went on" I responded to him. I saw the sad face before he flashed a smile at me. It was as if he didn't want me to worry anymore.
What I said was true. I was getting weaker and weaker but I got this. I can fight my body from getting weaker to bond with everyone. The only thing that I regret was I wasted my time on uselessness.
We're now at the market and I picked some treats and toys that are good for dogs. I also bought some dog food and milk that might be helpful for Sunday to grow. Jake helps me to decide which one I should take as he chats with the personnel.
"Is it okay now or have I forgotten something?" I said when I think I'm done getting the needs of Sunday. I brought treats, toys, food, milk, even for his hygiene like nail trimmer and shampoo and soap. I also bought a collar and leash so that I could walk him around. So I think I'm done.
"Yeah, I think you're done," He said and carried the things that we just bought. I went to the drug store first because I'm going to buy some medicine that I need.
"Can I ask you something?" Jake said while we're walking to our home. I glanced at him to raise my eyebrow, gesturing him to ask what he wanted to ask.
"Where do you get your money? If it's not controversial but if you don't want to answer, it's also okay" He said. I chuckled at his words, nothing controversial in his question.
"Fiona and I inherited money from our parents, Aunt Sonia was the one who I asked about if I needed money because I would get it till twenty one. But that wouldn't work now, I guess" I said and flashed a sad smile.
"So after that it would be Fiona's money?" He asks and I nod because who would get the money if it wasn't me?
We went to my home and he carried the weight until we're now in my room. He placed it in the corner and went out. I also went out to guide him outside. Aunt Sonia found us both and told Jake to come in her direction.
"Hmm, what's your name?" Aunt Sonia asks so fiercely. I was the one who's terrified by her looks.
"I'm Jake Guino, I was your neighbour, ma'am. My house is in front of your house" he smiles as he ends his statement. He looks so confident and there's no trace of scaredness.
"Who's your parent? And how do you know him, Summer?" Aunt Sonia asks again but this time she was staring at me.
"My parents are Marie Grace Guino, a housewife and Elijah Guino, a seaman" He answered again so confidently. I lip bite as Aunt Sonia motions me to respond.
"I met them when you guys left. They were the ones who saved me from starvation. So that's how I've met them" I said. I didn't think of what I'm saying.
"They? So there's two or more people?" She questions again.
"Yeah, I had a twin brother and his name was Kyle" Jake was the one who responded to Aunt Sonia's question.
"Okay, do you know about Summer's condition? She has a terminal illness? Do you know it?" She asks.
"Yes, ma'am. And it's fine for me since I loved her" Jake answers that left me stunned. Ever since the two of us met, he never said or spoke about loving me and it's the first time I heard it from him.
"Okay, let's have dinner together" Aunt Sonia said and left us alone. He glanced at me and awkwardly looked away. I was still stunned that I didn't know what to do. He bid my goodbye and immediately went out of the house.
I also immediately went upstairs and locked it. I got my pillow as I screamed on it. So he does love me, for the first time I hear my heartbeat go as fast as it could. I lie down at my bed and just kick the air out.
So this is what love feels like. It would take you to cloud nine and you would feel full by it. I know he likes me but I didn't know he loves me. Does it make a difference? But for the first time I also felt loved. Not just for the words of him but for its sincerity.
Someone knocked on my door so I panicked. I bump my tummy to my study table and it made me lie down on the floor. I was in deep pain as I wanted to take the pain killers. I also wanted to open the door but I just screamed as the pain got worse.
And in a minute, I got unconscious. I woke up being in an unfamiliar room with only white walls that surrounded me. I looked around and saw Fiona's sleeping on the black couch. When she heard me cough, she immediately stood up and checked me.
"Are you okay? Is there something wrong? Do you need a nurse or doctor? Should I call them?" She was really in a panic so I just held her hand.
"I'm fine, Fiona. I was really fine, don't worry" I said that made her start to burst out. She then hugged me tightly and I felt the warmth that was needed. I don't want to go if I would see Fiona like this, she would for sure suffer.
"I can't, Summer. I can't deal with losing someone that I loved the most so please stay first. Stay with me" She said that made me cry. If I would be the one who would choose, I would stay with them and don't leave.
I looked up and wiped my own tears. Is it my fault again that I asked God to take me with him? Is it my fault again that I'm in pain before and not now? Why is it always me that's suffering?
"I also can't, Fiona. If you would know what I'm thinking, you would know that I'm fighting this disease not to eat me up but I can't. I can't stay with you guys so you need to be strong. You need to also fight when I'm gone" I said between sobs and hugged her tightly.
God please make miracles on me.