chapter 8 everything is going to be okay

Rushing into Hazel's room, Yunus found her standing near the window, her eyes wide with shock and her face pale. He quickly closed the door behind him, shutting out the rain-soaked world outside."Hazel, what happened? Are you okay?" Yunus asked, his voice laced with worry as he moved closer to her.Hazel's breath was shaky as she tried to steady herself, her gaze fixed on some distant point beyond the window. "I... I saw something. A memory... from the rain."Yunus furrowed his brows in concern. He had a feeling that her distress was connected to the rain and the memories it had stirred within her. Gently, he placed a hand on her shoulder, offering her a reassuring presence."Take your time, Hazel. You can tell me about it if you're comfortable," Yunus encouraged, his voice soft and understanding.Hazel took a deep breath, her eyes still distant as she recounted the vivid memory that had suddenly resurfaced. "I was in the rain... crying. I saw myself with someone, but I couldn't see their face clearly. I was begging them not to leave me."Yunus listened attentively, his brow furrowed as he tried to piece together the fragments of Hazel's memory. "It sounds like a powerful and emotional memory. The rain might have triggered it, bringing back something that was hidden deep within you."Hazel nodded slowly, her grip on reality starting to strengthen as she spoke about the memory. "It felt so real, as if I was back in that moment. But I can't remember who that person was, or why I was so desperate for them not to leave."Yunus's gaze softened, his voice gentle as he offered his support. "Sometimes, our minds bury memories that are too painful to face. The rain has a way of washing away the barriers we put up. It's okay, Hazel. You're not alone in this."Hazel looked at Yunus, gratitude in her eyes for his understanding. "Thank you for being here. I'm sorry for the scream. It just... caught me off guard."Yunus shook his head, a small smile tugging at his lips. "You don't need to apologize. It's important to acknowledge your feelings and memories. If you ever want to talk more about it, I'm here to listen."

As they stood there, the rain continued to fall outside, its rhythmic patter providing a soothing backdrop to their conversation. Yunus's presence brought a sense of comfort to Hazel, and she felt a glimmer of hope that she could eventually uncover the truth behind the memories that had resurfaced.

Hazel looked at Yunus, her expression softening as she met his gaze. "You've been understanding, Yunus. I'm not used to... this." Her voice held a mix of vulnerability and determination.

Yunus nodded, a reassuring smile on his face. "You don't have to go through this alone, Hazel. Remember, you're not alone in this journey."

With the weight of her memories beginning to ease, Hazel felt a newfound sense of connection with Yunus. As the rain continued to fall, their shared moment of understanding and empathy seemed to bridge the gap between them, strengthening the bond that had started to form between two souls seeking solace and understanding.