Amnesia

The moment I opened my eyes, the first thing I saw was the reflection of the light. Somehow I can remember that I was caught in an accident that led to where I am today. Plus, I was also wearing a blue gown that can be seen used by the patients of this hospital. When I looked at my surroundings, I saw someone napping beside my bed. And there was also another person in the room who is strangely familiar lying on the couch.

Oddly, I somehow can't remember some memories. Maybe these were the unexpected changes that my inner demon was trying to address. When I attempted to leave the bed, the person napping then suddenly woke up and started to shed tears. As he shed tears, he informed the person lying on the couch about how I regain my consciousness.

"What the hell, bro. I thought you were gonna die, dont you know that you have been in a coma for the last three months? The accident at that time was quite bothersome. Gladly, it didn't leave that much damage to your body," I kinda remember his face, but my brain doesn't seem to recognize who it was.

"Ms. Stacey, would you kindly call Dr. Gizelle? Tell her that Xavier regained his consciousness," So it turned out that the person lying on the couch was Ms. Stacey. Somehow their faces seemed familiar, so I concluded that they are somewhat close to me or have some bond with me.

"Alright, I'll be back. Hey, Xavier. I'm glad that you're fine, dont scare us like that ever again," When the lady left the room, I can actually see that she was about to tear up because she tried to hide before leaving the room.

And when the lady left the room, the only one who was left is this guy.

I have no idea who the hell Xavier was, but from how they converse with me. My memories have started to mess up, like a puzzle with many broken pieces. Three months in a coma, then it would seem that I have been stuck in that place longer than I expected. It may also be one of the reasons why I can't remember a single thing.

However, I still dont know whether that was a dream or reality. Everything was so realistic that it might have been the truth. Well, following what my inner demon told me. My life has been covered in a lot of uncertainties. But what the hell is wrong with this guy? He has been crying non-stop that it already made the blanket wet.

Someone knocked at the door, to which it was Ms. Shayna, the one who left to call the doctor. Along with her is another woman, and judging by her clothes. She might be the one they call Dr. Gizelle.

"Xavier, you've been in a lot of accidents lately. Didn't I just tell you not to engage in anything because your wound in the leg still hasn't fully healed yet? However, reprimanding your actions three months ago would be useless. So how are you feeling right now?" Whether who they are or how close they are with me. I find each one of them annoying.

"I've been keeping quiet up until now, but who the hell is Xavier? And who the hell are the three of you? You've been acting way too close that it's uncomfortable, so again, who the hell are the three of you? Although I am a bit annoyed, there's still that feeling of familiarity with the three of them.

"Xavier? What do you mean? Do you not remember who we are? It's me, Augustine. And this is Ms. Stacey, your boss. Plus, this extraordinary doctor who has been treating you this whole time is Dr. Gizelle. Oh, right, I get it you just playing with us. Classic Xavier," This guy is weird and annoying. I mean, who the hell is he acting so close with me? I still can't recall any of my memories and still need them to be put back into pieces.

"Okay, long story short, let us say that I am Xavier. However, that doesn't change the fact that I have no recollection of who you people are? Besides, how did you even know my name? Their faces were stunned, probably because of what I have stated, but I didn't care and just gave them a cold gaze.

Judging from how they look, it is easy to distinguish that their puzzled reaction would lead to something aggravating. Slowly, the doctor whispered to the two, which I haven't heard what it was. But after that, they left the room, and I was the only one left in the room. A few minutes had passed, and the three of them still haven't finalized their discussion.

I tried to stand up to leave the room, but there was a sharp pain in my leg. When I checked, the wound left by the gun is still in its process of healing. However, when I undressed to see my body. My eyes couldn't believe it, but it is covered with bruises and scars. Therefore, to hide those scars, I wore the hospital gown again.

Using the bed as support, I withstood my injury and was able to walk towards the door. Although I couldn't help but stumble since the feeling in my legs is quite numb. While at the door, I slightly opened it and took a peek at whether the three of them are still outside. Just as I thought, they have been discussing something about me.

Because of their lack of focus, they have let their guard down and didn't expect that I would leave the room. Throughout the hallway, only a few people were lurking around. Which made my escape just a walk in the breeze. At the entrance, there were a bunch of people crowding up not far away from the hospital.

When I checked what was happening, it seems one of the patients was involved in something bothersome. However, the patient's eyes interlocked with mine, and some memories came rushing back into my mind. It was the same as inside my unconscious mind. But, instead of the vision involving the possible futures, this is about my memories.

The way that patient looked into my eyes. It reminded me of the experiences I have encountered in the past, that hopeless eyes asking for help. My mind ached because of the sudden outburst of harsh memories that happened in the past. It was as if my brain was being cut in half. And then again, that unknown feeling started to appear in my body.

Scorching heat inside my body then transfers at each part of it. Words kept on repeating inside my mind, showing my siblings smiling while I was in pain. Now, I know what this unknown feeling means. It's the fiery wrath of my desire for vengeance. Those times that I have suffered, all of it, I'll make them pay for making my life miserable.

Even if during the process it is necessary to slaughter someone. I ain't the same as in the past. From this moment onwards, things would drastically change as I decide to take the path of retribution. The person that they were able to push around will no longer be the person as it was before.

After the sharp pain in my mind started to ease, I headed towards the patient, who turned out to be a teenage boy at least the same age during that time I was sent to prison.

"Ganging up on a single patient, ain't we? Weaklings," Judging from their appearance, they're at least the same age as this teen.

"Who the hell are you? Do you want to take his place, bastard?" One of them stated as the other mockingly laughed at me.

"You should learn to respect someone older than you. However, most importantly, respect someone stronger than you," Fighting with these kids wouldn't be easy because of their number.

"How foolish, just because you have back up. That doesn't mean all of you would win against the likes of me. Dont take me for a fool," Because of what I said, they started to get mad and started to take the first move to violently attack me.

But because of burning passion in my body. Every part of my flesh and bones went numb that I couldn't perceive what to do. However, in a blink of an eye, I saw some of them lying on the ground. While the others try to carry them and retreat.

"We're so sorry, please dont hurt us. We will not bother you anymore," Those kids ran as if they saw a monster who got released from its cage.

As I walked away, the patient whom I helped shouted and thanked me. I couldn't contain myself and smiled at the kid, then went on my way and returned to the hospital. The nurses have noticed that I came back that the two of them rushed towards me and asked if I was alright. However, I just went on my way, then I saw the three people in the room earlier, waiting for me in the lobby.

I told each one of them something that made them tremble in fear.