It’S Me Again
Chapter 36's

Ivy sat next to Michael in the hospital, staring fixedly at the man's tired-looking face. Michael looks so fragile and vulnerable at the moment, much different from the energetic figure he always remembers this selma.

"How are you?" ask Ivy slowly.

Michael looked at Ivy with my eyes, "I feel tired and sick."

Ivy was sad to hear it, "I know what it's like" he said, grabbing Michael's hand. "I will always be with you. We're gonna get through this together."

Michael was weak. Ivy tried to smile gently to give Michael strength, even though he himself felt fear.

They were silent for a moment, the atmosphere that settled made the atmosphere feel silent. Ivy closed her eyes for a moment and wished Michael all the best.

After a while, Michael looked awake and looked at Ivy with a gentle face, "Thank you for coming, Ivy."

Ivy nodded, "I'll always be there for you."

Michael took a deep breath, "How are you?"

Ivy smiled, "I'm fine. I'm fine."

"No, I know you feel sad and anxious because of me" Michael said.

Ivy was silent for a moment, then she smiled and replied, "Yes, I'm worried. But I also know that you'll be fine."

Michael smiled and looked at Ivy lovingly, "I'm lucky to have a friend as good as you."

Ivy felt warm in her heart, "We strengthen each other, huh?"

Michael nodded, "Yes, we strengthen each other."

Moments later, the nurse came and gave Michael medicine. Ivy helped Michael take the drug. After that, they sat back by the bed.

"Have you been waiting?" ask Michael.

Ivy shook her head, "Not too long. I know you desperately need someone to accompany during your recovery."

Michael smiled, "I'm so grateful to you."

Ivy smiled, "No need to thank me. You are my friend. I will always be there for you."

Michael looked at Ivy with a sincere look, "You're amazing, Ivy. I'm so lucky to have a friend like you."

Ivy smiled shyly, "We help each other, Michael."

Michael smiled, "I know that. And I'm so grateful to you."

After a few minutes, Ivy was bored. He started playing his phone, taking a look on social media, reading the latest news, and watching funny videos. She did not realize that Michael had slept next to her.

About half an hour later, Michael finally woke up. He felt Ivy's hand rub against his back, and he gave a small smile. "Hey," he said in a soft voice.

Ivy immediately turned off his phone and looked at Michael. "Hey, how are you feeling?" Ivy asked gently.

Michael shrugged and sighed. "It hurts, but I'll be fine" he said. He looked at Ivy and smiled.

Ivy smiled and nodded. He grabbed Michael's hand and clasped it tightly.

They sat there for a few minutes, just talking about Michael's state and how he felt. Ivy noticed how Michael still looked pale and tired, but he also saw the light in his eyes when he talked about the future.

"But I'm afraid I'm going to lose my spirit to live my own life later with my condition like this,” said Michael, suddenly.

Ivy stroked the back of his hand and said, "Why are you worried about that?"

"Because I don't know if anyone will be willing to be with me and accept me for who I am,” Michael replied.

Ivy fell silent, confused as to what to say. “Don't think about it now, the most important thing now is that you can recover and be as healthy as you used to be.”

Michael nodded and took a deep breath. "Maybe you're right" he said.

Ivy then decides to turn on the television to distract Michael. They watch comedy movies and laugh together. Ivy brought some snacks and drinks for the two of them. After the film was over, Ivy turned off the television and saw the clock on the wall.

"Oh, it's already 10 p.m.," he said, frowning. "I think I should go home now."

Michael looked at Ivy and held her hand. "Thank you for being with me tonight" he said. "You've helped me a lot."

Ivy smiled and pinched Michael's cheek. "Of course, always be ready to help whenever you need" he replied.

"Thank you, I hope so" Michael said.

Ivy then walked out of the hospital, waiting for a taxi to take her home. He carried another worry in his heart.

Ivy smiled with satisfaction and was pleased to see that Michael started moving more easily. "It seems that the exercises you do really help yes" he said in a cheerful tone of voice.

Michael just smiled and nodded. "Yes, thank you very much for all the help" he said.

They then walked to the sofa next to a large window. Ivy helps Michael to sit on the sofa and then sit next to him.

"You feeling tired?" ask Ivy.

"A little tired, but not as bad as before" replied Michael.

"Maybe we can talk about something fun, so you don't feel too tired" Ivy suggested. "There idea?

Michael thought for a moment and then said, "Maybe you can tell me a little bit about yourself? What is your job like now, how is your life in Paris or maybe your favorite place there?”

Ivy smiled and nodded. "Alright, I'll tell you a little about myself.” Ivy told me all about her as long as the two knew apart from Michael, there was not a single little thing that she was covering up, except about Alex.

Michael seemed interested in hearing Ivy's story. "Interesting once.”

Ivy smiled and said, "I love going to the beach when summer comes. I love the sound of the waves and the smell of the fresh ocean. I also love watching the sun set in the sea. That's so beautiful."

Michael nodded. "I also love the beach. It was a very quiet and peaceful place."

They then talked about various things for a few minutes, including about their favorite movies and their favorite foods. Ivy then looked at the watch in his hand and said, "It's time for me to go home. You're gonna be okay, huh?"

Michael nodded and smiled. "I'll be fine. Thank you so much for everything, Ivy."

Ivy also smiled and stood up. "No problem. I'm glad I could help. See you soon."

After Ivy leaves, Michael feels a little lonely, but one thing Ivy doesn't know, is actually Michael knows about Alex.

…

Alex opens his laptop and opens a video calling app. After a few seconds of waiting, Ivy appears on the laptop screen. Ivy looked tired and it was seen that she had just woken up from sleep. Ivy smiled as she looked at Alex and Alex also smiled looking at her fiance's face.

"Hey, honey. How are you doing?" ask Alex with great attention.

"Good, baby. How's it going? Have you had breakfast?" answer Ivy.

"Well, too, baby. I've had breakfast. I just woke up" Alex said.

"Oh so. I just woke up too. Thanks for calling. How are you doing there?" ask Ivy.

"I'm worried about Michael's condition. How's he doing?" ask Alex.

Ivy took a deep breath before answering Alex's question. Ivy is worried about Michael's condition, but he tries not to show too much concern in front of Alex.

"Michael is still recovering. He is undergoing physical therapy and hopefully he will recover soon" Ivy said in a soft voice.

"Oh, I'm very worried about him" Alex said.

"Yes, me too. But I stayed strong and tried to be positive. I knew Michael would recover soon" Ivy said with a smile on Alex's face.

"Goodoo. You're so great, baby," Alex said.

"Now, I want to know about you. What are you doing today?" ask Ivy.

"Today I will meet with some clients to discuss new projects. I hope it's going to be a productive meeting" Alex said.

"Oh, good luck. I wish you success" said Ivy.

"Thank you, baby. Now, when are you going back to Paris?" ask Alex.

Ivy took a deep breath before answering Alex's question. Ivy knows Alex misses her and wants to meet her. However, Ivy cannot leave Michael alone there.

"It's not certain yet, Alex. I have to stay here until Michael is completely healed. But I'll always call you and tell you the latest developments" Ivy explained.

"alright. I'll wait for news from you. Remember to always take care of your health too, Ivy," Alex said with a gentle smile.

"Yes, Alex. I will always take care of my health. Thank you for your attention,” Ivy said with a smile.