Level 2.9

“I told you that I’d never leave you; I’m not going anywhere.”

The last thing Tian Sisi remembered had been yelling at Yu Banshan that she was better off dead then being a burden his life anymore.  A splitting headache and the glare of bright lights greeted her the next second she opened her eyes.  Despite the lights being bright, the room was actually dim when her eyes adjusted.  Weiwei had her eyes closed sleeping on Xiao Nai’s shoulder, while he typed away on his laptop.   Hao Mei had draped himself over a chair a blanket covering him.   Her eyes scanning to find him, the one person she wanted most.  The ache in her chest ceased the moment she found him squeezing her hand on her right.  His head braced against the bed, while both hands were holding on to her for dear life.  Yu Banshan had fallen asleep holding her. 

K.O. came into the room with Qiu Yonghou carrying food and coffee.  He noticed her awake, gently nudging Yu Banshan.  He sat up opening his eyes to find her eyes starring into his.

“Sisi.”  He sat up, kissing her forehead.  

“What happened?”  She spoke, only voice came out hoarse and quiet.  She lifted her let hand only to see it wrapped in a cast.  

“After you ran out, I found you in the street.  Someone ran over you with their car and fled.  I was only a second or two after you, but your faster than you think you are when your mad.”  He kissed her knuckles holding her good hand close to his heart.  It beat rapidly, under her touch.  Sisi began to cry, Weiwei came over quickly wiping them away.  

“Hey-” 

“My parents?”  She asked her friend.  

“On their way.  The storm is causing some issues but they’ll be here soon.”  

“I’ll go let go get the doctor.”  Qiu Yonghou ventured.  Turning back to Yu Banshan, she squeezed his hand tightly.  

“I thought-I said horrible things… I-” 

“I told you that I’d never leave you; I’m not going anywhere.  Didn’t I promise you that?”

“I’m sorry.” 

“There is nothing to apologize for.  I haven’t been the best boyfriend.  Choosing work over you too many times.  It won’t happen again.  I love you Sisi.”  His kissed her knuckles wiping a tear from her eye.  Sisi, raised her hand, running her thumb over his own.  

“I love you too.”