Playing With Destiny
Chapter 18: The Ambiance

As promised the next day I went to Leon's house to look for clues that might be in Leon's house.

I went to Leon's house, but he wasn't home that afternoon. I've called her many times but her phone is off.

I knew I should have called him before I came, because I was too excited to come without telling and the result was zero.

I gave up and was about to leave, I chatted with Leon to preach to him before going home.

Before long a woman in her 40s came to the house, she asked me.

"Who are you looking for?". Ask the mother.

"Leon, who is this mother?". Means back.

"I'm Leon's mother, why?". The answer is pretty good.

"Ah.. okay Auntie, if you can know Leon is at home, right now? How can it not be connected?". My toot.

"I'm also looking for him, don't know where else this child is. Oh yes if you see the number on the business card yes". Answer Leon's Mother.

Leon's mother gave her new husband a business card. Leon's mom said goodbye and I'll get out of there.

I'm worried about Leon, because his mother doesn't know where he is either. I started yelling at my friends but no one knew where he was.

I also started looking for a school area to ask junior band extracurricular participants and padus but there was only one unsatisfactory answer.

He said Leon didn't come in today and that worries me even more. It did not stop until I tried to find in the place where we used to go with friends but there was none.

I started to give up, but there was one place that suddenly appeared in my mind. That's where his dad's guitar shop used to be, I was hoping he might be there.

Arriving there was a man with a fierce face and large height who seemed to rush in. I ventured to him and immediately asked.

"Have you ever seen a boy my age here?". The man paused for a moment, and asked me.

"What business is it? I am also less sure with your question because there are approximately 5 people your age subscribed here". The answer.

I also feel confused by the meaning of this father, what does the child my age mean to subscribe here?

"If you could know what place this is, sir?". Ask again.

"Ha.ha. I guess you're a new patient, it's not. I am actually a psychologist from the University Hospital. But this is a private clinic so only those who have subscribed can know this place".

The father's reply made me understand.

"Then, has a boy named Leon ever been here?". My toot.

"Sorry, I don't know him". Said the Psychologist.

I put on a disappointed look. "Are you sure? because as far as I know this was my friend's father's shop. He didn't call me from yesterday and he didn't go to school today either. Her parents don't know where she is either, so please help her". My answer.

"Hmm, you really seem to be Leon's friend?". It turns out that the doctor knew, I was a little happy to hear it.

"He's alone upstairs, actually me and his dad know each other. However, ever since he lost his father he has been here a lot. I intended to give him a psychological examination because he was quite worried about his condition, but he always refused. I also let him use the upstairs so he wouldn't be too sad.". The answer.

I was quite happy to hear it because it turned out that he was safe in this place.

"Can I find him? I'm a close friend, please". I asked permission.

"Hm, you wait in my room first.I'll try to call Leon. But I don't want to force him yes because he seems to be thinking a lot". Answer the father. I nodded and followed the doctor to his practice room.

Soon Leon came down and came to me. I was sad to see her eyes that were as dull as crying.

"Leon..". Call me.

"I stayed for a while, I just went home next door". The doctor's father left.

"How do you know I'm here?". Leon asked a bit coldly.

"Hey, you said from yesterday! Should I be angry. You said we could meet today? I'm looking everywhere for you! You are also inactive".

I pretended to be angry with him.

"Who said? You're totally blushin? This is not the Leon I know! It's me, we have to dance together". My answer.

"But the house, the Shire will sell. The only house that left my memories. I've rejected it but it can't be anything because I'm just a kid to them". Leon answered, glassy.

I took a deep breath I was very sad to see Leon, I said everything would be fine but on the other hand I was also afraid of failure to find his father.

I sat down next to him to pat him on the shoulder hoping he would be calmer.

"I believe everything will be fine Leon, there I am..". My answer.

"Everyone said you were dead, but I can't believe it!". Answer Leon.

"Yes, calm yourself down, I will always trust and support you". I tried to calm him down even though I was scared too.

I could feel how deep Leon's grief was, but no one supported him. Even though she looked cold and reserved I knew her heart was so fragile.

Leon started crying and I immediately gave him my shoulder so he could lean on.

"Don't leave me too Shire, please..". Leon suddenly looked asphyxiated and made me even more worried. I panicked and screamed for help.

"Leon, what's wrong with you??? Please, doctor!!!". I immediately ran out to call the doctor, before long the doctor came and gave Leon help. He gives Leon portable oxygen.

Finally Leon was able to breathe normally, I immediately asked the doctor what really happened to Leon.

The doctor explained that this is likely the effect of prolonged stress experienced by Leon. But he also needs to check with therapy to find out more.

The doctor's words sounded scary, because I didn't expect Leon's condition to be that severe.

"Leon how do you want therapy with me? Your condition is starting to worry". Answer the Doctor.

Leon shook his head, he could not answer as his body was still limp.

"Leon I beg you, you must be in therapy! Don't be afraid I'll get you!". My persuasion.

Leon was silent.

The doctor signaled to me not to force it too much.

I followed the doctor and I said goodbye because it was starting at night.

"Doctor, get Leon!". I stopped and headed out because an online taxi was almost here.

When I got outside, Leon suddenly ran up to me.

"Why?". I asked Leon.

"Thank you, be careful! And also sorry for my condition like this". Said Leon.

"Your target should be to recover, because you're my only helper". I joked with a scolding tone.

He smiled for the first time that day.

The taxi came online and I left one last time.

Leon unexpectedly pulled my hand, and kissed me on the cheek all of a sudden. My heart was beating and almost exploding.

Leon smiled mischievously and opened the taxi door, I was quite wrong and then hurried to take a taxi. As the taxi started to run Leon waved his hand and I still saw him from the windshield behind.

I couldn't believe what Leon had just done, and what he meant. Until the night I could not sleep because I kept thinking about Leon and his behavior.

I even over-excitedly waited for a message from Leon but there was no news from him at all, making me restless.

What kind of feeling is this? I don't know, I'm very confused, because this is the first kiss I've had in my life that has always been single.

Last night I couldn't sleep and when I opened it, Leon really didn't clarify what he was doing last night.

Then when I went to school looking for him but he didn't leave today?