13 I wonder where you are?

Liam's Pov:

It feels so good to leave the hospital. I felt soo suffocated being there.

I was never a fan of hospitals. They make me sick and disgusted!

My eyes are better now. I can see, which makes me delighted and comfortable.

It felt stifled not to see anyone's faces or their expressions.

Oh, and this girl that was always in the hospital. I don't know how but she is so clumsy. She always bumped into me, and her smell reminds me of someone. It makes me angry that she has the same smell as her.

They are not the same!

I wonder how she is doing. Does she still remember me?

What if she already has a boyfriend? What if she doesn't remember our contract?

I have so many questions only she would be able to answer them.

There are soo many things I am afraid of. I don't really know how to deal with them.

I have told only Oliver about my contract with Alice.

He thinks I am crazy for waiting for her, and I honestly can't blame him, but he did support and told me that if I think waiting for her will pay off. Then he said I should do it, which made me relieved that I at least have someone that supports me.

After leaving the hospital, I went back to the university where I saw Alice, but they said she didn't come for the last few weeks. I am worried about her. I don't know where to find her.

I even went to her old house where she used to live, and the landlady said she had to move because she didn't pay the rent for the last two months. I am confused because her family was well off when I met them.

I asked her if she knew where she went, but the landlady just said that someone picked her up, which she thinks is her boyfriend.

My heart skipped a beat when I heard that. I felt like my years of worth and waiting was for nothing, but I don't want to give up. I have to see it with my own eyes that she has moved on no matter how painful it is. Only then I will be able to give up and accept my fate.

After I left the hospital, they gave me an eye shield to wear in the night so that I won't touch my eyes.

It really is annoying as it is something new for me.

I didn't want to do it, although I got it prescribed. Oliver gave me an hour-long speech about how this is for my own good, and I really don't want to have to listen to that again, so I have been obedient, and now I have to wear it every night until my eyes get better.

I can't get sleep these days because I have too much paperwork, and I can't get Alice out of my head. I have been looking for her wherever I can, but I can't find her. It is making me frustrated, and I can't focus on work now. I know that Oliver noticed it.

He asked me a few times if something was wrong, but I told him that I was okay and everything was fine.

I know he doesn't believe me, but I don't want to burden him with my problems.

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Alice's Pov:

I wake up from a bad headache and hold my head because it felt like someone was punching my head.

I stand up, but I feel dizzy, so I sit again.

I have been having these headaches for days now because I can't really sleep at night.

Mia told me to go to the doctor, but I told her that I probably will be fine after taking paracetamol, but it didn't get any better.

I look around and remember everything that happened last night.

I really feel bad for asking Ryan for help, but I don't have anywhere to sleep, and Ryan was the only option I had.

He has been acting weird since yesterday.

I honestly didn't have the time to ponder over it because I have been thinking about my father a lot lately as I have to stay with him as much as I can before I lose him.

I quickly stand up and go to the bathroom to freshen up and make breakfast for Ryan and me and maybe take some for dad.

I hope he eats breakfast because that is the only thing I can do for him.

After I finish and put on some makeup, I go downstairs, but I see that Ryan already was awake, and he even made breakfast.

"Hey, you up??

I made some pancakes with strawberries and coffee. I made a sandwich and muffins for you to take with you, and I made enough so that you can eat with your father. I remember you used to like that, and I don't really have anything else in the house," he says while scratching his head.

How do you still remember that I like that? I say while jumping on him.

"uhumm, How can I forget that when you would eat it like crazy every day?" he says while laughing awkwardly and slowly pushing me away from him.

I laugh at him.

Thank you, You didn't have to do that. I am living here for free, so I should at least do the food and the chores.

Ryan smiles and looks at me.

"I didn't bring you here so that you can be my maid. I brought you here as a friend, and I hope that you will be comfortable staying here. Don't worry about me, and focus on your father right now. Is that a deal?" he says.

Yeah, I promise but at least let me do something so that I won't feel bad. I pout at him.

He smiles and tells me to wash the dishes after we eat. I happily say yes and thank him once again.

Later, when I finished washing the dishes, I tell Ryan that I have to leave.

"Shall I bring you? I have to go to work anyways, and it is the same way."

Really? You don't mind bringing me?

"Of course not. Stop feeling guilty for everything, and let's go. Your father is probably waiting for you."

Wait, I will just get my bag.

I quickly grab my bag, and we leave.

"We are here," says Ryan, and I get out of the car.

Thank you, Ryan. I really appreciate what you are doing for me.

"You would do that for me to so don't worry, and if something happens, call me right away!"

I chuckle and say that I will.

Bye, Ryan.

"Bye Alice and be careful."

Stop acting like my grandmother. I can take care of myself. I say to him in a teasing way.

He laughs and leaves.

I go inside and say Hi to the workers.

After staying here for a long time, I got to know them better, and they are really kind and respectful.

When I want to open the door, I overhear the conversation between my dad and the doctor.

"Worried about your daughter? says the doctor.

"Yeah, I am worried about her. I am just a burden to her. I can't even eat or dress by myself!!" It is hard for me to accept this. I can't do this to Alice." says my father.

"Man, I know it is hard, but you have to stay strong for your daughter. She is doing her best for you to give you the best you deserve. Shouldn't you at least try it for the sake of her? You know she is risking her life for you right now!"

"I know she is but..." While my dad was about to say something, I cut him off.

Dad, are you still doubting me? I told you that I was okay.

Why are you acting like I am a stranger? I am your daughter dad, and I have every right to stay by your side! I say to him.

I know that he knows that I am mad.

I am just soo annoyed that he's pushing me away when he needs me the most now. Who is going to stay with him if I leave? Who will take care of him?

"I didn't mean to push you away. I just don't want to be a burden to you. When you are with me, you don't eat, and you don't take care of yourself anymore. It makes me feel bad and uncomfortable." He says while looking at me with sadness.

I am fine, dad. You don't have to worry about me. Look, before I came here, I took a shower and ate some food.

I am really okay, and I am old enough to take care of myself. I say to dad while sitting next to him.

Promise me that you won't push me away?

"I promise!" he says, and I smile.

I look at the doctor.

I brought some food. Would you like to eat before you go? I ask him.

"Yeah, eat something before you go. It is been a long time we ate together," my father says, and I can see that the doctor can't say no now.

"Then don't complain of me eating all the food." says doctor Lee while smiling at my dad.

"You don't have to worry about that! I have my daughter, right?" says my dad while looking at me, and for the first time in a while, he had a smile on his face. It is so pleasing to see at least one friend caring for my dad.

Of course, dad. We can't let Mr Lee win! I say while having a big smile on my face.