My Love My Pain
Returnees

Slowly Vino's hand held Airin's. Making them look at each other, Vino's face slowly approached her. Closer and closer and....

Suddenly, Airin's phone rang. Airin and Vino were both shocked. Their eyes met, as it felt very unpleasant. Airin took her phone and went into the room.

"Yes, Cika," said Airin.

"Why did you just pick him up? are you there a lot of work?" cika asked in an annoyed tone.

"Sorry, there's Vino here."

Why did Airin say it. Shouldn't Airin keep this a secret from Cika. It feels strange if anyone knows his proximity to Vino.

"I mean..."

"Is your relationship close again?" cika asked in her laughing voice, "I wish you guys could be together."

"Why can you say that. Don't you still have feelings for Vino. It can't hurt you."

"You are, me and Vino are just friends. When will you be home? aren't you coming with Vino for Arja's wedding?"

"Maybe I'll just come along with you."

It sounded if Cika clucked, "I can't come with you. Jay will accompany me."

"Jay?"

"You know. It was a long time ago, if you were going home. Let me know, ok."

"OK."

Cika immediately closed her phone. Airin put the phone to a table beside the bed. The rain outside is very heavy, there is no way Vino's car will be repaired tonight. Better, Airin told him to stay the night.

Airin out of the room. He saw that Vino was already asleep on the blue sofa. He looks so tired. Yes, all day he kept accompanying Airin here and there.

Fortunately, there are some blankets in the house. So, Airin could envelop Vino without fear of running out of blankets. Vino looked very calm as he slept. Unlike when he was conscious, he looked more assertive even though he was actually very soft.

***

Not knowing why, Airin felt that he had to go back to his old town. Airin had already tidied up his things into the suitcase. Airin's ready to go back, no matter what.

A few times Airin knocked on Ann's door. Airin will say goodbye if he has to come back this afternoon. Yes, not to go back to meet his old wounds, but to fetch his happiness.

"Airin, what's going on this morning? is there something wrong at home?" ask Miss Ann.

"No, Miss Ann. I'm here to say goodbye."

"Let's go in first" said Miss Ann.

Just this time I actually went into that house. A house with lots of flowers. It looks like Miss Ann is a person who really likes flowers.

The spring was fixed on a photo surrounded by white roses. Photos of a beautiful young girl, with long blonde hair. Maybe fifteen or sixteen years old.

"He's a dead mother's son. Beautiful isn't?" ask Miss Ann while putting two cups of tea on the table.

"Yes, mom. Very pretty," said Airin.

Ms. Ann sat next to Airin, "He died trying to buy her a white rose. Oh yeah, why do you want to come back? isn't the rent a month? it's been a week."

"Actually, I had a sudden affair and had to go back. For rent, it doesn't have to be returned, ma'am."

"Thank you very much. Let's drink the tea first."

Airin became aware, maybe the fate of Airin and Miss Ann is different. He chose himself and Airin had to be alone.

His footsteps stopped when he saw Vino was near his car. There were also some people who were looking at the car. Maybe the guy from the workshop from the nearest workshop.

"You awake?" ask Airin.

Vino nodded, "Where have you been? there's even a suitcase in the living room."

"I'll be back today. You know, it doesn't feel good to be away from the city itself."

"Would you like to come home later?" ask Vino who looks surprised.

Airin nodded with certainty and passed through it just like that. Vino followed Airin's footsteps. He pulled Airin's hand until he almost fell. Fortunately Airin was holding on to the pole next to him.

"Why sudden? are you avoiding me?" ask Vino.

"Who did I say I was avoiding you? I'm not avoiding anyone. Even the bitter reality of my life. I'm home, 'cause I feel calm."

Vino held both of Airin's hands, his eyes fixed on Tearin's eyes, "Come back with me. I promise, I'll keep you company until the end."

Airin let go of that hand, "Vino. We're friends, I'm so grateful to have a friend like you." Airin turned around to pick up her suitcase and bag.

"I love you."

His footsteps stopped. Why Vino again declared his love when Airin was not ready to accept. At that time Airin still felt the wound in his heart the deepest.

"I love you so much. I was even willing to sacrifice everything for you," Vino said again.

"Vino. I still need some time, remember until then. We're just friends."

Airin picked up the suitcase, locked the door and placed the key over the door. Just like Ann ordered. Airin just passed through Vino. He would take a walk in the city before actually going home.

If only, Airin had completely forgotten about Arja. Maybe Airin will accept Vino. It's just, Airin is afraid that their friendship is tarnished and keeps them from coming back like they used to.

***

Arja POVs

Sela kept screaming. Since the marriage decision, Arja has changed completely. He only attaches importance to work. Actually, it's just that way that makes Arja better. His mind was still on the one woman he loved. Airin.

"Why are you like this? do you not love me anymore? do you just want that inheritance?"

"Cell. I'm tired, let me rest."

"You said you were tired. I should have said that. I prepared this wedding myself. You are thinking about Airin. Remember, I can do anything to make Airin hate you even more."

Arja slapped Sela so hard. In recent days, Sela continues to bring up Airin's legacy. He also continues to threaten Arja, making Arja unable to hold back her emotions anymore.

"Sela, I'm sorry. I'm..."

"I hate you, Ja."

Sela came out with tears. Just this time Arja slapped him and made him hurt. Arja sat on the sofa, she lamented what she had just done. He just hurt a woman again.

As long as Arja has not met Airin. Arja will continue like this, even more days Arja increasingly can not control his emotions. In fact, he can be very gentle when with Airin first.

Sela changes because of her love for Arja. While Arja changed because of her love for Airin. Love no one knows, it changes for the better. There are also those who turn into demons.

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