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Story by Amiddala

~~*Chapter Fourteen*~~  

     Cilia, Nick and AJ were seated at the hotel’s bar, chatting together, when they saw Brian coming toward them. He sat down next to AJ and asked the barman a whiskey. His eyes were red, his voice uncertain, his hands trembling. Cilia stood up, panic-stricken.

-         Is that Morgan ? Did anything happen to her ? Is she ill ?

Nick took her arm and made her sit again. He knew his best friend and was sure that Morgan’s health wasn’t the reason of his state. AJ shook his head to tell the barman not to bring B-Rok’s order. Alcohol wasn’t the key to resolve a problem. Nick put his arm round his friend.

-         Frick, what’s going on ?

-         Nothing, said Brian like a robot.

-         You must be kidding, bro, you’re a mess. And you wanted to lose yourself into a whiskey. I’ve never seen you drink before.

As Brian was still remaining silent, Nick went on.

-         You can talk to us, we’ll try our best to help you. Trust us.

-         She doesn’t love me.

-         Who ? Morgan ? That’s a joke !

But after seeing Brian’s blue eyes filling with tears, AJ understood that it wasn’t.

-         I wanted to kiss her so badly that my whole body was hurting by dint of trying to suppress my desire. She was so beautiful that I finally came close and I began to kiss her with all my love. She agreed at first but then she repulsed me and came in her room, in tears. I didn’t want this, I wasn’t thinking it would upset her that much. I love her, and I was almost certain she did, too. But I was wrong.

-         No, you weren’t, said firmly Cilia. She does love you.

-         Really ? asked ironically Brian. I can say so.

-         Don’t start this, Frick. I’m sure you know she does.

-         I promise it’s true, nodded Cilia. And I mean it. Just give her time to realize.

Brian didn’t add anything. He took Nick’s glass and slowly began to drink his Coca-Cola. His friend smiled. It was all B-Rok.

     Cilia stood and yawned her head off.

-         It’s not time to go to bed yet… Take care of him, guys. I’ll make sure Morgan is ok.

-         No prob, replied Nick with a grin. We are looking after this adorable little boy.

She was still chuckling as she was walking up the stairs. But she stopped when she arrived in front of Morgan’s room. Bob was lying on the floor, right next to the door, whining. His loving owner was crying nearby and he understood, even if he was only a dog. The girl gave him a stoke, then she gently knocked at the door.

-         Morgan ? This is Cilia. Can I come in ?

There was no answer, but she heard a faint sob. She opened the door and Bob rushed inside the room. He started to lick Morgan, sitting on the floor, and barked with happiness. They were together again, that was all that mattered for the good dog.

     All was dark, but Cilia didn’t turn the lights on. She went down on bended knee and held her friend.

-         Are you alright ?

-         I… I don’t know.

Her voice was muffled, his cheeks tear-stained.

-         I don’t understand what’s happening, Cilia, I’m afraid… I’m lost… I don’t know what to do.

-         Why did you do that ? Isn’t he a good kisser ?

It didn’t even bring a slight smile on her lips. Cilia continued, softly, knowing how fragile her best friend was.

-         Don’t you love him ?

Morgan shook her head and her long chocolate hair hit her face before tumbling on her shoulders.

-         It’s not… I… I love him… He asked me that, Cilia, and I said “ of course I love you, you’re always so sweet with me “. But I knew very well what he meant. He wanted to know if I was in love with him. What could I say ? I guess I am, I’m… not certain… I fear, what if he plays with me ? I’m blind, and because of it a so easy victim. Maybe that he only needs to satisfy some sexual want and that he’ll throw me away after fucking me ! Can I trust ? Oh, Cilia, I don’t know…

Without caring about the tears that were falling again from Morgan’s eyes, Cilia lifted her chin.

-         Answer me with your heart, now. Do you really think he’s like that ?

She slowly whispered :

-         No…

All of a sudden, the truth smacked her as a whip. She was blind. Of course. But that weren’t only her eyes that didn’t see. Even her heart missed the point. It was so obvious, though. Brian was the sweetest boy she had ever seen, so caring, always there. Near him, she was feeling good, secure, understood. He was exactly everything she was in need to find. And she pushed him far away. Oh God.

     Morgan’s sobs began to be louder.

-         What did I do ? What did I do ? How could I be so stupid ?

-         Sh, calm down. Everything’s gonna be okay.

-         He doesn’t love me anymore after what I did, does it ? I just lost him, and it’s all my fault…

Cilia couldn’t help but smile.

-         Don’t say words without meaning, Morgan. He’s downstairs and he’s a mess. Of course he still loves you, silly ! Or he wouldn’t be so sad !

-         I’m definitely an idiot ! He’s the kindest with me and I’m bad enough to make him cry !

Her friend helped her to stand and she led her to the bed.

-         Sit down and wipe your tears, please. As I said before, everything’s gonna be okay. I’m going to get Brian.

As Morgan didn’t react, Cilia hurried to the bar. AJ and Nick were quietly talking with B-Rok, who was a little comforted. The three of them looked up at the young woman when she entered the room, hope filling their eyes.

Cilia took Brian’s hand.

-         Come on boy. Someone is dying to apologize in front of you.

-         She… What did she say ?

-         She’s going to explain to you. She’s really sorry, Brian. And believe me, she loves you.

-         I believe you.

-         Then go to her !

-         Thank you, Cilia. I won’t forget.

He rushed to Morgan’s room, his heart full of joy. “ She loves me… She loves me… “  These words were resounding inside his head.

     He opened the door and silently walked towards Morgan, sitting on the big bed. But she knew he was there. She was feeling him. And suddenly, she stood up and made the few steps parting her from Brian. When she bumped into him, she threw her arms round his neck and buried her face in his shoulder.

-         Brian, forgive me ! Please, forgive me, I’m so sorry !

He wrapped his arms around her waist and simply murmured into her ear :

-         I love you.

Morgan was now weeping shamelessly against him.

-         You’re so heavenly… I don’t deserve you, Brian… I’m so unworthy !

-         But I love you all the same…

-         I do too, you know, I do so much… I didn’t want to know it but it was already there the first time I met you. I think I was afraid…

-         You don’t have to, said softly B-Rok. As long as I’ll be beside you, I’ll protect you, I swear.

She smiled as he was kissing her tears away. And she kissed him back, deeply, lovingly. He took her in his arms and sat her on the bed.

-         Morgan, do you want to walk with me the rest of my path ?

He was smoothing her hair back and she was melting, overwhelmed by all the love he was putting in his voice and his gestures.

-         Yes, I do. But I don’t see the rocks there are on the road. Maybe I’ll stumble.

-         I’ll always hold your hand, so you won’t. I promise it to you, with everything I am.

Thinking of this song wasn’t hurting anymore. Brian was now sure his wound was going to heal.

     After a few seconds, Morgan turned to him.

-         Does it matter to you that I am blind ?

-         Well…

Brian reflected a little while before speaking again.

-         I can’t say it doesn’t matter. It’s a big thing. But if you want to know if it bothers me, my answer is no. I love you, Morgan, like you are.

-         It’s weird… How can somebody love someone whose eyes are dead ?

-         Your eyes are dead, but you see. And I don’t care what you do it with. When you came to me, you saw all the tears I was holding back, you felt the despair I was hiding within myself. Others were only looking at the smile I always put on my face, even Nick and Kev, although I know he knew I was hurt.

You saw me, the real person I was inside. And I don’t allow you to say I’m wrong, achieved Brian with a grin.

-         I love you, honey, replied the girl, gently kissing his neck. And I thank you.

-         No need to say it, baby, you know you’re welcome !

Morgan laughed and slightly smacked his head.

-         You are crazy.

-         Yes I am, Miss, and you’re gonna realize it right now ! exclaimed Brian.

He made her lie on the bed and deepened his kisses on every bare place he could find. When he was over with all of them, he gently began to unbutton her green blouse and ran his lips over the new spots he just discovered. And Morgan adored that.

Chapter Fifteen
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