Unspoken Emotions

Ethan and Oliver reached Amelia's room and Oliver tentatively opened the door. His heart was still beating at a faster rate than normal as if he was going to sit on a roller coaster. The only sight of the girl lying there sent chills down his spine, and knowing the reason behind it, he felt guiltier of himself.

He shrugged and entered the room. He saw Amelia and she seemed sad to him. As if she was crying. He felt the need to assure her, to hold her in his arms, like he always did when she was feeling low or crying. Not wanting to give her false hope.

But, he didn't want to go near her; all he could remember was her fights, her being angry for every single reason. He feared that if he touched her again, he would fall weak. And he didn't want any more drama in his life; he was tired of being a boyfriend for so long now. He wanted his own space. That's what he wanted to say that day, but the discussion turned into an argument, and looking at the outcome, Oliver thought it was better if he hadn't said that.

Oliver stepped aside and sat on the bedside chair. He was looking everywhere except Amelia. He can't let a weak moment hug him again, he has to be strong.

Dr. Ethan entered, greeted the nurse on duty, and motioned her to leave. He wanted to be alone with his Sleeping Beauty and Oliver. There were some explanations required, and he somehow felt he wanted to help them both. Though he was sad that Amelia was already taken, but he still wanted her happiness. 'That's what love is' his cupid smiled at him. Ethan smiled but instantly regretted it.

He looked at Amelia, his Sleeping Beauty lying peacefully. She was looking different today, sad, maybe, but he knew she heard Oliver was there, and he could understand how she might be feeling.

He wanted to hold her in his arms, soothe her, and tell her that everything was alright. He will be there for her even if everyone leaves her. He prayed that she would get up soon; it was breaking his heart every time he saw her lying motionless like this on the hospital bed. He accompanied Oliver and sat in front of him, facing his Sleeping Beauty.

'I would need you to call her parents Oliver, so that they can come and visit her. And there are some formalities that are pending, so it will be good if they can be here. How long will it take them to reach here?' Ethan said.

'Oh! Uncle and aunt will be here in a day's time. I already had informed them. Aunt was quite worried, but I assured her Amelia is alright and in safe hands. They are leaving from New York today Oliver informed Ethan.

Ethan smiled and got up to walk to Amelia's bed. He grabbed the note chart kept at the bedside table and turned to face Oliver. You should take some rest, Oliver. We have a decent cafeteria here in the hospital, why don't you go eat something? You look starved.'

'Umm.... Yes, I think I could do with some snacks. I believe Amelia will be fine. She is in safe hands, and I thank you Doc for all the efforts you and your team are putting up for her. I'll see you in some time then: Oliver got up and shook Dr. Ethan's hand, and left without looking back at Amelia. His mind was screaming and he was grateful that the doctor gave him a chance to escape.

Ethan turned to face Amelia again and smiled fondly. He sat on the bed by her side, and gently caressed her forehead. 'I know it is difficult for you to hear all this and not be able to do anything about it. Don't worry; I will not let anything happen to you. You know what, I have been searching for the perfect girl all my life, and here I land, with a girl who didn't even talk once to me, and I am in love with her' he said with a chuckle.

'No, I am not mad, neither stupid. But, I think this is it, I like you, more than like actually. But I want to know about you first. And for that, you will have to wake up from this deep deep sleep my Sleeping Beauty. I want to talk to you, look into your eyes, and feel the love. Your parents will be here by tomorrow, and I know you will love to be with them. And, when you wake up, I promise I will do all that I can, to make you happy

Ethan choked, an unknown feeling gripping his heart, 'Please wake up soon. For me, for all of us. I want to see you smile. I want us to be together:

Just then, the nurse knocked on the door. Ethan quickly stood up, wiped the tiny tear from the corner of his eyes, and said 'Come In:

'Ethan sir, it's time for me to change the bedding for Miss Amelia and give her a warm wipe bath'. The nurse said and blushed.

'Yeah! Okay. I mean sure. I was just checking her reports. You can continue: Ethan got up unwillingly and left the room.