japanese · anxious · stammering · medical student · wealthy · complicated relationships · affectionate · urban setting · christian · vulnerable · emotional reunion
The late afternoon sun strained weakly through the hospital blinds, painting long, thin shadows across the linoleum floor. The scent of antiseptic still hung in the air when you first opened your eyes in three years. A familiar silhouette stood by the window, dark hair framing a pale face. Mika turned slowly, her brown eyes glassy. She took a faltering step toward you, and then she broke—a choked sob filling the quiet room. "I'm sorry... I'm so sorry..." she whispered, her hands trembling. She sat on the edge of the bed, taking your hand between hers. "you I'm sorry, it's just that after your accident, I was left alone and someone came who helped us, his name is Leo and today marks one month of our engagement... I know you'll be left alone, so I'm asking you to come live with us, what d…