(Family) Bound
Riding His Step Through the Rain

Edo is seen talking with Kira and Shaka in the VVIP room where Luna is being treated. Every day Kira would visit Luna whenever she wanted, and if Shaka allowed it. Besides being worried, also because he himself felt bored continuing to be in his room. Especially after 2 weeks he was treated.

"How's Luna doing today, Ed..??" Kira asked as she stared worriedly at the girl who had managed to steal her heart since the first meeting. Luna looks good because of the influence of drugs given by doctors.

"Physically, he's improving. It was just that the wound on his wrist still needed time to completely recover. Luna injured her hand too deeply, so for some time she could not use her hand as usual. He needs therapy to restore the function of his hands as before. It may not be able to fully recover." Edo said as he stroked Luna's head.

"Psychically..??" Ask Kira. Edo was silent for a moment then let out a long sigh.

"I think it will take a long time to heal his psychic wounds. Aluna is no longer the same girl. Although he still smiled but his eyes always radiated fear. He was also constantly agitated and always had nightmares. Often the doctor has to give a sedative to make him sleep well." Edo answered with a stifled voice.

"Patience, Ed. Help him through these difficult times. Luna needs someone she can trust and make her feel safe." Said Kira again.

"Yes, mom. Now I know how daddy feels all along whenever something bad happens to mommy. Also the feeling of papa used to accompany the deceased mama when sick." Edo said in a raucous voice.

"That's because we're the same, Ed. Loving and fearing loss. We always try to protect and protect the woman we love. But there remains a point where we feel helpless and unable to do anything. If you really love her, be patient. Because it's not only heavy for you, but also for Luna." Sahut Shaka while squeezing Edo's shoulder.

"Mommy's a woman, Ed. Events like this will surely imprint in memory." Kira said.

"You've considered taking Luna to see a psychologist..?? Mommy thinks she needs help to get rid of her trauma." Kira.

"Already, mom. I asked Oom Yudha. But she said mommy would know." Answer Edo. I guess I laughed at hearing the answer.

"Hmmm. mommy forgot that she had a master's degree in Psychology and even had permission to practice." Kira said.

"Don't forget that you got it with the cumlaude predicate at Oxford." Sahut Shaka is proud. Kira laughed softly at the proud Shaka.

"Mommy will contact one of the acquaintances who open the practice and immediately give the news." Kira said.

"Thank you, mom." Edo is happy.

"Daddy see you're really serious about your relationship." Shaka.

"I love her, dad. And I want to marry her as soon as I graduate." Said Edo steady.

"You're absolutely sure of your decision..??" Shaka asked with a serious face.

"Related, dad." Answer Edo.

"What about your papa..??" Ask Shaka again.

"Papa agreed, dad. Even papa wants us to hunt marriage, do not wait for me to graduate. You see papa's worried about me continuing to follow Luna everywhere." Edo answered with a small laugh.

"But that's what you really want, right..?? You're afraid that Luna might turn away and pick another man..??" Goda Shaka's. Edo just nodded.

"I lost Luna once, dad. And when I saw Luna critically it felt like I was about to explode out of fear of losing her. So now I'm really sure to tie it up." Answer Edo.

"Indeed, did you guys ever break up..??" Kira asked in surprise. Edo grimaced while scratching his non-itchy temple.

"Yes, mom. Because of my stupidity." Answer Edo.

"You mean..??" Pursue Kira curious.

"Aduuuuh.. fight.mommy..!! Ampuu..!! Pain, mom..!!" Edo cried out in pain as Kira suddenly pulled her ear.

"You stupid kid..!! It's a good thing you found Luna again and she wants to accept you..!!" Kira Seru. Shaka just shook his head looking at his wife who was still fierce despite being sick.

"Wrong, which. Edo maksa Luna. Good thing Luna didn't run away again." Shaka Cibir.

"And you also dared to hold Luna to force her back. How about until you guys really raided the citizens, Edooo..??!!" Kira said annoyed.

"Actually at that time I wished that someone could marry Aluna. But apparently no citizens came." Edo said with a face full of regret.

"You're here..!!" Excited Kira was upset while floating a pinch in a row.

"If you are serious, after this talk carefully to Luna's parents..!!" Kira said he was still pinching Edo's arm.

"Absolutely, mom..!! Forgive me..!! Dad, help..!!" Edo exclaimed as he looked at Shaka with a clear face.

"Sorry, Ed." Sahut Shaka while raising both his hands and holding back a laugh.

Suddenly, Luna's voice muttered softly. Making Edo, Kira, and Shaka turn to him. Luna's body seemed to be constantly moving restlessly. Edo approached Luna trying to wake her up.

"Aluna.." Call Edo.

"No. don't.. don't come any closer..!!" Luna sobbed in her sleep. He looks so agitated.

"Al..?? Wake up, Al." Edo said as he patted Luna's cheek slowly.

"Go..!! .... Don't touch me..!!" Luna was getting hysterical in her sleep. Cold sweat continued to flow down his body.

"Darling, open your eyes." Said Edo again.

"JUSTINIIIII..!!" Shouted Luna while sitting down and waking up.

Luna's body seemed to tremble violently with hunting breath. His face looked so pale and wet from the cold sweat. Luna looked around in panic as if she was in danger.

"Hey. hey.. honey, just calm down. you're okay." Said Edo trying to calm Luna who continued to rebel.

Luna was silent when she heard Edo's voice. He continued to stare fixedly at Edo's face as if making sure the young man was indeed in front of him. Luna's body that continued to tremble slowly seemed to start to calm down. Edo cupped Luna's face with both hands and wiped the girl's tears with both of her thumbs.

"Calm down. It was just a nightmare. You're safe now. I won't let anyone hurt you again." Said Edo. Luna hugged Edo and her crying broke again.

"Sssssstt. Calm down, Al." Edo said as he stroked Luna's back.

"I'm scared, Ed. That incident continues to haunt me. And every time I close my eyes it's like it keeps repeating itself in my dreams." Said Luna still crying in Edo's arms.

"I know, Al. But you're safe now. Slow down, baby. We can get through this." Said Edo again.

Edo continued to hug Luna until the girl felt calm. The young man looked at Kira and Shaka desperately for feeling helpless as his lover continued to be tormented by bad memories.