C1. The tragedy

"How was it possible?" 

"Its just not"

"How is he alive you stupid bastard!?" 

The physician, inquiring about my name, engaged in a conversation with another medical professional across the room.

In a brief instant, I entertained the notion that he was starting to embrace the idea of my being reborn as a human being, emerging from my very own bones.

At this stage, none of us have any reliable foundations to rely on, so how exactly did I succeed in returning?

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Nathan Aguilar, 

Age: 19 

Sex: Male

Dec 23, 1991 – July 16, 2010

"Cause of death: The Araly Train Derailment Incident."

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"Sorry, again?... what year is it?" I asked.

"2023… you have been known to be dead for the past 13 years." The nurse said.

In a state of disbelief, I gazed downward, overwhelmed with a sense of despair, desperately racking my brain for any recollection of how everything had transpired.

Unfortunately, my mind drew a blank, and all that remained were vague, inscrutable memories.

"Araly train Derailment?" I asked.

"Right, you don't know anything about it. I'll be short, 3,586 casualties, hundreds were injured, one single train incident at a cost of a thousand lives. Araly bullet train took an unexpected derailment, going through a high speed, unfortunately, it crashed over an enclosed stadium hosting three thousand people at that time. The train crashed and broke most of the pillars underneath, then with just a few seconds, all of them were dead, no one survived because of how much debris fell over them being an enclosed stadium." The nurse said.

"Three thousand…"

"Reason for derailment: the conductor lost control over the train, and that's just it."

"that's it? Nothing more?" I said.

"That's the only thing they said, the company behind the train immediately closed after a few days. Most of the employees had their mouth shut even when they're asked to do so. In the end they ended the investigation with only that few information." The nurse said as she continues to write down notes on her papers that she carries.

"It was all over the news, People mourned over the loses every year, now and then. A burial site was made in replacement of the stadium" The doctor suddenly said as he appears back Infront of the bed after fiery conversation. 

*sigh* "unfortunately, even our hospital doesn't know for sure if your files are in fact correct. We're undergoing an investigation as of now, it will take for a while so you'll be staying here until we find out about it."

"Oh, how about your family. Can you contact them?" the nurse asked. 

In a fleeting instant, a cascade of recollections flooded my mind, reminding me of the cherished moments shared with my two siblings.

Although the details may have blurred with time, their faces remain etched in my memory. It's been thirteen years since we last met, and I can't help but wonder how much they must have matured during this time.

"I have a brother and a sister," I said.

"Great, then we'll start with that." The doctor said. "Katy, I'll leave him to you for now-"

"that fast?!" the nurse said. 

"I got other things to do. Ah. sorry for not introducing myself, I'm Doctor Morgan Castro, she's nurse Katy Telisya. If you need anything, she'll be there." Doctor Morgan said.

"Wait, haven't we asked only a few questions yet?!" Nurse katy said.

"I'll leave that to you. Oh and Nathan, don't forget to thank my sister."

"Sister?" I asked.

"Hold on-" Katy said.

Morgan proceeds to ignore her as he turns around ready to leave the room.

*thud*

"Ah speak of the devil! Look who finally showed up"

A familiar face appeared as she unexpectedly collided with Morgan, her long luscious lavender hair cascading down and enchanting light blue eyes captivating my attention. Clad in a conventional school attire consisting of a blouse and skirt, it was none other than the girl I had encountered on a previous occasion before succumbing to unconsciousness. 

"Don't be shy, he's awake now, you should introduce yourself to him." Morgan said as he looks onto her.

She approaches the front of the bed with a gentle pace. Her face carries shyness as she directs her gaze towards the ground, she slowly makes an effort to establish eye contact with me.

"He- Hello, I'm Amy- A- Amy Castro…" she said as she stutters on her words.

"Nice to meet you!" she performs a bow and immediately hitting her head at the footboard of the bed.

Ah- 

*thud*

"Ow!"

"Amy!" morgan proceeds to take care of Amy. 

In the following moments, she approaches me and introduces herself while soothing her forehead with an icepack.

Morgan shared with me the details of how her sister contacted him when I lost consciousness, and by pure luck, the person who came to my aid happened to have a sibling who is a doctor. 

Morgan continues to head-pat Amy as he take pride in his sister's ability to overcome her own fears and provide care for me in that critical moment, Amy usually experiences intense anxiety, she wouldn't have had the resilience to handle such situations. 

Amy then hides herself behind her brother.

"We should leave you now, Katy keep me up to date on his condition." Morgan said.

"Alright, I'll ask you a few more questions then you should get some rest." Katy said. 

After responding to several inquiries about my health, Katy promptly departed the room upon completing her documentation. 

It felt silent for a period of time. Sitting in contemplation, I reflected on a range of things: lost memories, a tragic demise, and a surprising rebirth. 

I couldn't help but wonder what was happening to me. Deciding to lie back down, I closed my eyes, recognizing that the best course of action was to rest and wait for further developments.