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Chapter Twenty-Four: Regret & Guilt (Felix)

Maybe I should just die.

Felix opens his eyes as the door to his hospital room opens. Engelard brings in another tray of food, consisting of red gelatin, a bowl of fruit, and some water. He puts it on the table that sits by Felix's feet and glances at him.

The general just manages what he can of a shaking head, and Engelard shoots him a sorrowful expression before sighing.

"Please eat something. We're all worried about you-"

Everyone but Reko, you mean. He's all I care about right now. Even if he's mad at me and truly wants me dead, I can't help but still fear for his safety. Why do I love him? Why? Reko, why must my love for you be so strong? Why can't I bring myself to hate you for even one moment?

"-just all want what's best for you. This war won't end without your experience and confidence in the face of danger. So please, try and eat the food I brought for you.