244 Puzzling behaviour (1/2)

It is tiring to live everyday.

It is tiring to breathe.

There are still days where she thinks it would be better if she ended her life. No matter how good her current situation is. Sumire understood that things cannot remain this way forever.

One day it will return to how it usually is.

Yuhi's kindness, the love and affection he has for her. All of it will disappear. Even if he is genuine, one day he will leave too. If he doesn't leave because he is tired of her, he will leave for another reason.

She doesn't expect him to stay.

...

The rooftop was an area closed off to patients. But because Sano gave her permission she was able to come here. At first she didn't want the special treatment. The other doctors and nurses already gossiped about her. However, she closed her eyes as a gust of wind blew. 'It is relaxing up here.'

Sumire did not know what to think when she walked into such a sight. Walking into Sano half naked with a girl. A deep sigh passed her lips. He should have at least locked the door. Isn't it improper for a doctor to act that way?

'It seems Sano's core nature doesn't change.' She thought. Or maybe all men behave that way? Is that all they want?

She recalled Yuhi's words and paused.

She does not understand it very well. Why do they feel the need to get close that way?

”...”

Moments later she heard somebody approach her from the back.

”Why are you awake?”

”Nightmare.” Sumire replied simply as she looked down at the city. The view at night is really good.

He seemed troubled and Sumire sighed. ”You don't have to worry about it. I know you're clueless on what to do during these times.”

She is no fool, she could understand what was on his mind.. Back when they were dating Sano did not know what to do whenever she became like this. Her thoughts broke off when she felt Sano drape his jacket across her shoulders.

”It is getting cold.”

Sumire froze for a moment before she nodded.

Indeed he does seem rather strange recently. What was the turning point of this huge change? No matter how much she thought about it nothing would come to mind.

”That girl from before--” Sano started but she cut him off.

”I told you, you don't have to explain. I appreciate that you're taking care of me while Yuhi is away but that is all.”

To her surprise he did not lose his temper and instead pulled her into his arms. ”Let me go.” She mumbled.

These arms are no longer familiar to her. His warmth is a burden. The one she wants isn't Nagawa Sano.

”Don't be stubborn, it is cold out here and you're a patient.”

Is that why he decided to hug her? No, she isn't stupid.

”...say Sano?” Sumire mumbled as something came to mind.