Day II

I decided to get up before dawn so I could be awake before anyone else, but when I saw the silhouette of Tira Monihardro, I knew knew that idea failed.

I walked to where she was sitting. Her back was turned away from me and the makeshift camo where the others were still sleeping. She faced the beach with such a calm expression.

I put in the brightest smile I could manage this early in the morning and spoke. " Hello Tira Monihadro, you are up rather early." She took a while before she faced me as well and smiled.

"It's beautiful... isn't it," she said. "I could never see such a sky in the city." Her eyes were still focused on the horizon. "I am glad you are taking this ordeal well." I said to her. " Worry not, I plan to get all of you out of this place as soon as possible." She turned to face me." Thank you. We have been here for not that long yet you have helped us so much." "It is my pleasure." I responded. She looked towards the camp. " You know, when I always saw you at school, you looked like you were analyzing everything, like you were always a step, no ten steps in front of everyone else, and I hope you will be in this situation to. But... I want to tell you that if you need any help, dont be hesitant to ask. You are helping us so much, and all we are doing is taking it for granted. If you need any help, I, not everyone will be more than ready to help." When I looked into her eyes, all I saw was sincerity. When I took in her smile, she was genuine.  Her face... no her words... why do they make me feel venerable.

No. Venerable is weak.

I cannot trust anyone... I have already tried that... I cant have that happen again.

I steeled my face over and smiled. " Thank you, Tira  Monihardro, but I have things more than under control." She looked sad for a second, no, unpleased, before she smiled back. " You can call me Tira."

I sat down next to her to admire the sun that started to peak out from the waters. As I did, she rested her head lightly on my shoulder. What is this feeling? I feel warm and comfortable. As if I was wrapped in a soft blanket.

No

I have to stop.

How can measly people make me feel like this.

When did I become this weak.

In the end. I didnt push away. How could I? But I felt warmth when the sun rose. I felt so at peace. More than ever. Then, she spoke. " Would it be so bad to say... that I want to stay here." I didn't want to fake anything this time. Maybe she's like me. But all I know that us both being shadowed by the sunrise was something that I didnt want to ever end.

But all good things come to an end...

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