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By Yuki Fanel

 

*I'm sorry, Van.*

I looked at my little brother seriously. His dark eyes were gleaming with concern that he looked like he was about to cry. His face was etched with fatigue but he still had the strength to face me with an argument. I didn't have enough time for him to be bothering me like this. Time was running out.

"No."

"Why, brother? I want to help too."

"No,  Van. You protect mother and father while I am away."

I look hard at his tear-filled eyes and try to smile my own tears away. He always has touched my heart like this. His eyes are so innocent...

"...I'll be waiting, oniichan..."

"Don't worry, Van. I'll be back. I promise."

 

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*Folken! You said you'd be back! You promised!*

 

The way we had parted...it felt like it wasn't so long ago... it pains my chest so much all I could do was cry about it. But as time passed, I felt that crying couldn't do me anything. I felt like it was my doing that would help me uplift me from my depression.

 

There are times when I dream of my brother, Folken. His face has changed, all etched with pain and anguish. I felt like a child again. My fears were gone and I felt so happy again. He would spread his black wings and take me in his arms. He would whisper such pained words in my ears but I didn't share his feelings. I just felt numb...my feelings were separated from his...

"I'm sorry, Van. My purpose...I have failed you... I wanted to protect your innocence...I don't want you to be involved with anything that could cause you pain... I don't want you to be hurt. But all because of my mistakes...I failed. Your pain has changed you... into a person who is supposed to carry my responsibilities... I'm sorry. I can't face you... My intentions were too selfish... I was wrong... Please forgive me."

 

I could always feel his body tremble with sorrow. I will be alright, Folken, brother. I will become strong for you.