Khalid
I wake slowly, confused by what feels like an unfamiliar bed. I open my eyes and they instantly dart over to the source of the scent. What is happening? My memories are all a blur. I remember going to the alley with the girl but I don't remember anything else. What the hell happened?
I try to sit up but there is a grip so tight around my hand that it catches me off guard. I look around me and he is the first person I see. On the floor, holding me tightly. He is sleeping, he doesn't know I am awake.
Why is Colm holding me?
What happened?
He must have heard me stir because suddenly his head rolls toward mine and our eyes meet in the darkness. His eyes are bloodshot, it looks like he has been crying.
I have so many questions but I don't know how to even start asking him.
"You're awake, finally,'' he smiles as he sits up on the floor.