15 Chrysanthemum

"Sure. Pursue me but I'm already rejecting you before you could even start it"

I shake my head as I look at him. Seviro Alcinous Castaldi is really far from what Ella describe him. I still can remember those lines phss. Smart? I can't see it though. Well, he has a looks. Indeed. Definitely an ideal man, for sure there's a lot of woman out there who's willing to bend on their knees for him.

Sound exaggerated but it's true. But it doesn't mean that he's an ideal type then he can conclude that everyone likes him. That he can be arrogant because he's Seviro Alcinous Castaldi. That's how I perceive everything. He wanted to pursue me because he was challenge.

Men and their so called 'ego'.

I mentally shake my head and face him. He's standing a little bit father from where I was. He's so scandalous, he keep on calling me. Can't he see those people around us?

"I'll drive you home" he insist as if nothing happen and were really close to each other

I eyed him in disbelief. Where did his courage came from but it's really unbelievable. I just rejected him right?

"Seriously man? You two haven't dating yet and involve in any romantic scene but she already rejected you. That only means one thing Val. Don't expect something. She doesn't like you" that Prinzon guy said expressing his opinion to Seviro

I wanted to nod my head, because I agree. He knows how to backdown when a woman say no. I guess he's a typical happy go lucky. If he can't pursue you then he'll go and find someone else. That's much better for me, I hate it when someone force me.

"Damn you asshole! If you don't have nice to say, just shut up!" Provoked, he is sounds provoke upon hearing what Prinzon told him

I crossed my arm while staring Seviro. I'm wondering up until now how did he know my name. Did we met before our encounter in the coffee shop? But I doubt that. I'm sure I haven't met him yet. That was the first time actually.

"I'm telling you man, you can't expect something from her. Trust me, I'm an expert in this field. You can't just bet all your cards and get loss in the end. That's stupid dude!"

I blink my eyes upon hearing his explanation. It's funny that they were both arguing just because they don't have the same idea. That Prinzon guy is a typical jerk, he's a mosquito. After sipping blood from his first victim, he'll go and find another.

I think they were related. They somehow have resemblance. I crossed my arm and raised my eyebrow as I gaze Seviro's face. He looks irritated and ready to punch someone. Base on how his jaw clenched as he move his lips and form a thin line, I must say that his now losing his patience.

Is he going to punch him?

"I think you're asking to be beaten up. Fuck! Come her you dimwit, I'm gonna kick you to death"

I rolled my eyes while hearing their nonsense arguments and silently leave. I'm sure Ella already arrive in the hospital. She really doesn't want me to visit Sabrina. That mean girl, she can't dictate me what to do.

Standing on the facade of the hospital, I bit my lower lip as I felt discomfort. Let's just say that I'm afraid to step in and I honestly don't know what to do, reason why I wanted to tag along with Ella. But then, I'll waste my time if I won't do something now. I took a deep breath and force my feet to move.

After asking Sabrina's room on the information desk, I found myself walking alone in the hallway. My mind is wondering what really happen. Ella didn't tell me in details, she just claim that Sabrina is covered with her own blood that's why she called an ambulance. I also don't want to ask question no matter how I wanted to know everything.

I stop in the familiar room number that the nurse told me in the information desk. I tilted my head a little to take a look inside but I see no one except Sabrina, lying on the hospital bed. With three knocks on the door, I slowly open it and step inside without waiting her permission.

"Cami?"

I look at her and smile a little. Her hoarse tired voice sound a little bit surprised, anticipated by my sudden appearance.

Obviously Ella didn't mention that I'm planning to visit her today.

"Ella already left a while ago" she inform me in low soft voice as she tried to sit on the bed

My forehead creased seeing her lost a weight a little. It's been weeks since the last time that I saw her and she change a lot. I'm really curious what happen.

Instead of continuing the topic about Ella I step closer to her and ask.

"You're alone? I thought someone is looking after you. Where's your mother?"

Remembering what Ella told me, I can't help but to inquire.

"I'm actually with my Mom, but she needs to go home and get some stuffs and my clothes"

I walk towards the window and without asking permission I open it fixing the huge and thick curtain in the corner. Cold afternoon breeze touches my skin and I nod in satisfaction. Much better...

"So how are you? Ella is so worried, she been finding you for days and she keep on clinging with me because of it"

I sit on the single couch and she awkwardly smile. She's so alive and cheerful before, and she looks lethargic right now.

"I'm recovering now, I think I'll be discharge this Saturday" she said smiling

I slightly smile while nodding my head. That's good to hear, she seem recovering tho.

"Thank you for visiting me Cami" she added and making me laughed

Is that really a big deal? I turn my head to the right side and my gaze stop on the familiar flower on the bed side table.

"Chrysanthemum... who gave you that?" I mumble and curiosity is evident in my voice

I remember how those petals of chrysanthemum scattered on the doorway and front step of our house every fall season. It usually become the go-to flower decor for front porch reason why during fall season it's petals scattered around. I wonder who gave that small flowers.

"Dra. Maria gave it to me this morning. They look so cute and beautiful"

Chrysanthemum is beautiful, maybe? I don't know. I didn't find it beautiful at first, I just know this flowers because it brought memories to me.

"She wanted you to get better, I guess. In Eastern culture, chrysanthemum means power of life" I stated remembering the message behind chrysanthemum

Flowers has it's own language and most people use it to convey and express what they felt in a unique way. I knew someone who really loves flower. I don't like flowers actually, I just find flowers interesting like an art design. Flowers are so expressive. Beautifully expressive.

"You haven't change Cam, still the Cami Xena that I know. But Ella told me that you're so grouchy everyday" she giggle

I frown and and my brows furrowed. I check the time on my wrist watch before I decided to leave. We'll see each other once she get better. Soon she'll be okay.

"I need to go. Be okay and see you in school"

"It's okay. Thank you so much for visiting me. I appreciate it a lot"

I stared at her face, her smile is genuine and pure. I guess I judged her wrong. I am wrong when I conclude that their friendship is toxic and nonsense.

I help her lay on the bed and make sure that she's okay before I decide to finally leave. I made sure that I close the door for her safety, but before I could finally do it an unknown woman block my way. I'm still standing in the dooway and seeing her wearing a white coat is enough for me to say that she's a doctor. Perhaps the Dra. Maria that Sabrina mention a while ago?

"Are you the patient's relative? Is her mother arrive?" She ask smiling as if we both know each other

Why do they keep on smiling like that? But anyway.

"No, I'm her friend. I just visit her" I politely respond

"Oh, is that so? I hope your happy with the news too"

My eyes narrowed puzzled with her statement. What news?

"I'm sorry, but I honestly don't know what are you talking about"

I'm clueless, Sabrina and I are not close. We don't talk that much like Ella.

A single laugh escape from her mouth as she hold my arm. I flinch and was about to step back but then I realize that she might get offended so I remain on my spot. Why is she touching me anyway?

"You should congrats your friend hija, because she's two weeks pregnant"

W-What? My eyes widened and shocked is beyond what I'm feeling right now. Sabrina is what?! She's what? As if on cue, I remember my conversation with her inside her room. I remember the chrysanthemum flower that is place on the bed side table.

So it means...

"You gave her chrysanthemum... because she's going to be a Mom" I confirm

She gently smile not realizing what she did. I'm guilty because I knew that I shouldn't know this kind of news. Does Ella know about it? Is this the reason why she won't let me visit Sabrina? But since when?

"Yes, I really gave chrysanthemum for my pregnant patients "

Unconsciously I look at the door of her room. Is it Andrius? The father? No! It can be. That jerk? How could he!

Disbelief with the sudden news I look at the lady beside me seriously.

"Don't tell it to anyone. Especially to someone who will claim as her friend" I said and turn my back on her with fisted hand.