Between The Bridge
Chapter 1: The Tragedy
*Two victims died on the spot*
Misha Grey
* grabs the phone
Misha Grey
Uhm... H-hello. This is the Grey's residence.
Name: Misha Grey
Age: 23
Birthday: April 18
Like: Studying, Cooking and Taking care of others (family, pets & etc.)
Dislike: Crowded place, Violence and Frogs
Information desk attendant
Yes, thank you for accepting the call. This is AR hospital.
Misha Grey
Ah, yes what is it?
Information desk attendant
We would like to ask you to come here right now. We have received an emergency.
Misha Grey
*intense heartbeat
Misha Grey
Ok, I will come there immediately. Thank you.
Misha Grey
*Gets the coat and leave the house
*Misha grab a taxi to AR hospital*
Misha Grey
What happened? W-why does my heart aches a lot the last few days when mom and dad go for a vacation?
Shi Ren Grey (younger sister)
Hello brother. What's the matter?
Name: Shi Ren Grey
Age: 17
Birthday: July 27
Like: Listening to music, reading manga, cute things and eating seafoods
Dislike: Eating vegetables, waking up early and horror movies
Misha Grey
Uhm. I have a bad feeling about today.
Shi Ren Grey (younger sister)
Why?
Misha Grey
The AR hospital just called me earlier and now I'm heading to the hospital right now.
Misha Grey
Please head to the hospital after your class this afternoon.
Shi Ren Grey (younger sister)
Okay. I will do that, but please brother, stay calm.
Misha Grey
Yes. Thanks Shi Ren. Take care on your way here.
Misha Grey
*running towards the information desk
Misha Grey
Uhm. Excuse miss. The hospital called me earlier, in the Grey's residence. There is an emergency. Which room?
Information desk attendant
Oh yes! hello sir. Are you the relatives of the two victims of car accident? please proceed to the emergency room.
Misha Grey
*stunned from what he just heard
Misha Grey
A c-car accident?
Misha Grey
*intense heartbeat
Misha Grey
*deep inhales & exhales
haa.... haaa..
Misha Grey
*running towards the emergency room
Misha Grey
Excuse me?! where's mom and dad?
*doctors chattering near the two patient covered with blanket in the two beds*
*One doctor approached Misha*
Doctor
Are you the family of Mr. and Mrs. Grey?
Misha Grey
Yes. W-what happened? where are they?
*the doctor pause with silence and tap the shoulder of misha to comfort him*
Doctor
We are deeply sorry to lost Mr. and Mrs. Grey. We did our best, but before they've arrived here... they passed away. My deepest condolence.
Misha Grey
*Hears nothing like a frequency in his ears.
Misha Grey
*tears started flowing in his eyes
Misha Grey
*intense breathing
Misha Grey
*walking towards the patients covered with white blankets
Misha Grey
M-mom? Haaa... haa... D-dad?
Misha Grey
P-please...
*crying
wake up now.
*sobbing
Misha Grey
*hugs the body of his parents
Misha Grey
Mom? Dad? you're just playing jokes right?
Misha Grey
L-like you use to be with us two.
Misha Grey
Mom? Dad?
*sniff *tears flowing
Don't leave us...
Don't leave us alone... please.
Misha Grey
I can't do this alone. We can't live without you here with us.
Misha Grey
Please... let this be just a dream.
Misha Grey
Mom... Dad... you're alive. you're not...
*cries harder
*On the other hand Shi Ren...
Shi Ren Grey (younger sister)
*walking towards the information desk
*the nurse notice Shi Ren*
Information desk attendant
Ah yes Miss. what can I help you?
Shi Ren Grey (younger sister)
Uhmm. Did a young male student just ask here about an emergency? I... am Shi Ren Grey.
Information desk attendant
Ah yes, are you also the family of the victims? just proceed to the emergency room.
Shi Ren Grey (younger sister)
* Thinks intensely
Shi Ren Grey (younger sister)
What did just happened?
Shi Ren's walking towards the emergency room and along the way... she somehow hears something.
Shi Ren Grey (younger sister)
*hears crying and sobbing
Shi Ren Grey (younger sister)
*opens the door in the emergency room
Shi Ren Grey (younger sister)
*saw Misha crying and sobbing to the covered patients
Shi Ren Grey (younger sister)
*Tears starts to flow
Shi Ren Grey (younger sister)
M-misha... Who's that?
is that...
M-mom.... D-dad?
Misha Grey
*saw Shi Ren standing in the back
Misha Grey
They... left us now...
Shi Ren Grey (younger sister)
*intense breathing
Shi Ren Grey (younger sister)
*Tears flows unending
The whole room is full of cries and sobbing no one can imagine... for the lost of someone you cherish and love.
Misha Grey
Shi Ren... you may now take a rest. let me take care of mom and dad now.
Shi Ren Grey (younger sister)
But... brother it's okay. I can stay up all day. I... I don't wanna sleep yet.
Shi Ren Grey (younger sister)
*eyes and nose were sore from crying and sobbing
Misha Grey
It's okay. I can take care of them now. And I will take care of us now.
Misha Grey
Don't worry... we have each other still.
Chapter 2: I Can't Give Up
*Misha and Shi Ren visits the tomb of their parents*
Misha Grey
*puts the flower near the tombstone
Misha Grey
Hi mom, dad. It's been two weeks now since... you rest.
Misha Grey
We're doing fine by ourselve us, though it's hard without you two but I can do this for the both of us.
We will pursue what we all dream of.
*bittersweet smile
Shi Ren Grey (younger sister)
Hey mom, dad... please watch over me and brother always.
And please don't worry about us anymore. We're fine and we will be okay.
Shi Ren Grey (younger sister)
I... promise that I will not be picky with what brother prepared in the table.
*laugh and cries a little bit
Misha Grey
*Wiped his tears while laughing of what Shi Ren said
Misha Grey
Yes, indeed. Don't worry mom, dad. I will always protect Shi Ren and I will always be there for her.
Misha Grey
But for now I must stop going to school and try to find some job to provide our basic needs and Shi Ren's school necessities.
*smiles at Shi Ren trying to say that it's okay
Shi Ren Grey (younger sister)
But.. brother you're graduating now in college. I can't let that happen. let me be the one to stop first 'cause I'm still in my senior year... I can still graduate next year. It can wait.
Misha Grey
*deep sigh with a smile in his face
Misha Grey
It's okay. I can still go to school after I find a regular job that fits my schedule.
Misha Grey
You need to finish your senior year this year. and one thing is that I will not let you work a part time job in your age. So it's fine, brother can handle this... just focus on your academics.
Shi Ren Grey (younger sister)
*Hugs Misha
Shi Ren Grey (younger sister)
Thanks brother. Just don't be hard on yourself. let me help okay?
Misha Grey
*smiles at Shi Ren and pats her head
Misha Grey
Yes, I will ask your help when I needed one.
For a month, Misha tried to find multiple jobs. He became a waiter in a coffee shop in the morning and a bartender at night and on weekends he's a convenient store attendant.
Misha's doing his best for his only family left, his sister... that's in her senior year.
They've adjusted from the loss of their parents. With the help of the savings left for them by their parents, they somehow able to provide their basic needs.
One night Misha's walking beside the bridge, heading home from his work place which is in the bar shop as a bartender.
The night is young yet the air is cold...
Misha Grey
*exhales a visible air from his mouth due to cold weather
Misha Grey
It's quite called tonight huh.
*rubbing his hands together then blow it to ease the coldness
Misha saw the city lights between the bridge and so he take a pause...and walk towards the edge between the bridge.
Misha Grey
That's... a nice view. I never notice it until now... We use to travel as a family at night, but I... never notice how beautiful this view.
*Misha lean's his body to the bridge's barrier and close his eyes...feels the cold air and reminisce the moments when his parents was with them.
Misha Grey
*Tears starts to flow
Misha Grey
Tsk..
*crying while trying to wipe the tears falling in his face
Misha Grey
I thought... I- I can do this. I thought I'm okay now. Mom, dad... I'm really sad and tired... I don't want to accept it. I need you... we need you.
Misha Grey
I- I can't give up... But I can't do this anymore. It hurts... a lot.
*crying so hard
Misha Grey
*Looking towards the water below the bridge
Misha Grey
*mumble
I don't want to leave Shi Ren... she will be a lot sadder than she is now. I need to stay strong...
As misha cries... a car suddenly stops between the bridge. A man hurriedly grabs Misha away from the barrier of the bridge... for he thought Misha's trying to commit suicide.
Liu Yin (CEO of hotel company)
Hey You!!
*grabs Misha away from the barrier
Liu Yin (CEO of hotel company)
Don't commit suicide. Think about the love ones who you will left after you do this... And your problem will not end if you end your life here.
Liu Yin (CEO of hotel company)
Liu Yin (CEO of hotel company)
Name: Liu Yin
Age: 32
Birthday: March 11
Like: Working, Going to the bar and Coffee
Dislike: Failures, Weak and Sweets
Misha Grey
H-huh? What are you saying?
*wiped his tears and was shock from being grabbed
Liu Yin (CEO of hotel company)
*Sigh
Aren't you trying to commit suicide just now? you're nearly gonna fall down.
Misha Grey
O-oh no sir. You must be mistaken. I didn't commit suicide... I-I just want to take a break and was lost in the moment. I'm sorry for causing you trouble.
* bowing down to apologize
Liu Yin (CEO of hotel company)
No. it's my fault for grabbing you out of nowhere. I thought you want to die... so I just unconsciously tried to save you. It's just... before I lost my sister. I couldn't save her from her pain...
Liu Yin (CEO of hotel company)
and so she commit suicide in the bridge. I'm sorry for the misunderstanding.
Misha Grey
* was speechless from what the man was saying
Misha Grey
O-oh I-I'm really sorry for your loss. I- I too... lost my parents last month. They were having their vacation when a car accident happened.
Misha Grey
I only have my sister so... I can't give up on us. It's just... I'm tired. I'm really sorry.
Liu Yin (CEO of hotel company)
Ah no problem. I'm glad to help you.
Misha Grey
Uhm... Thank you, sir. I will now head home. Have a good night.
Misha started to turn around to start heading home when the man ask him some question.
Liu Yin (CEO of hotel company)
Hey, Ah... I'm Liu Yin.
*tries to seek something in his coat
Liu Yin (CEO of hotel company)
This is my... Oh I forgot to bring my business card. Well here's my number.
*reached out his number written in a paper to Misha
Misha Grey
O-oh... uhmm... sir this is unnecessary. I...
Liu Yin (CEO of hotel company)
Please... do have my number. I'm be glad to help you... as I can see you are struggling in your situation.
Misha Grey
Uhmm..
*accept the number
Thank you, sir.
Liu Yin (CEO of hotel company)
By the way... what's your name?
Misha Grey
I'm Misha... Misha Grey.
Liu Yin (CEO of hotel company)
* reached out his right hand to have a handshake
Liu Yin (CEO of hotel company)
Nice to meet you, Misha.
Misha Grey
Uhmm. Y-yes. Me too, sir Yin.
Misha Grey
*handshake with Yin
Misha Grey
Thank you, for earlier and sorry for causing trouble.
Liu Yin (CEO of hotel company)
No, worries.
Misha Grey
Uhmm... I will head home now.
* bows down
Liu Yin (CEO of hotel company)
If you want. I can head you home faster with my car. I can see that your sister is waiting for you now... its already late.
Misha Grey
No. I'm fine, sir. no need to send me home. Our place is nearly close here.
Liu Yin (CEO of hotel company)
I insist. Please let me help you.
Misha Grey
O-oh... uhmm. Yes, thank you.
*gets inside the car
Please, excuse me.
And this is the first encounter of Misha to a stranger who tries to save him from committing suicide. Though... Misha didn't know that they've already met before... But where? when? and how?
Chapter 3: First Meeting
Liu was invited with a friend to drink in a bar where coincidentally where Misha works his 2nd job as a bartender.
Bryle ( Liu Yin's friend)
*taking a sip with the alcohol
Bryle ( Liu Yin's friend)
*saw Liu Yin entering the front door and waved his hand to him
Bryle ( Liu Yin's friend)
Hey! Liu Yin! Here!
Liu Yin (CEO of hotel company)
*saw his friend calling him
Liu Yin (CEO of hotel company)
*walking towards his friend
Liu Yin (CEO of hotel company)
Hey. Aren't you drunk already?
Liu Yin (CEO of hotel company)
*ask one bartender to offer him an alcohol
Bryle ( Liu Yin's friend)
Heey~ why would I be? hahaha...
It's too early for that. I just came here by the way.
Liu Yin (CEO of hotel company)
Mmmh
*taking a sip of alcohol
Bryle ( Liu Yin's friend)
So how's your business? bet you're quite busy in this time of year huh?
Liu Yin (CEO of hotel company)
Mmh... yeah I am. We have new projects at this time of year.
Bryle ( Liu Yin's friend)
Take it easy bro... you'll gonna end up dying early with you being a workaholic... hahaha
Liu Yin (CEO of hotel company)
...
Few hours passed by and Liu's friend is totally drunk so he called his bodygaurd to send him to his place.
Liu Yin (CEO of hotel company)
Send him to his place and don't worry of coming back I'll take a cab after few drinks.
Bodyguard
Affirmative sir.
On the other hand...
Misha just arrived to his work place according to his working hours and so the current bartender exchanged place with Misha.
Misha was cleaning the glass cups and preparing to make an alcoholic drink to the costumers.
Liu ask the bartender for another drink but he didn't notice that the bartender is different from who prepared his drink earlier.
Liu Yin (CEO of hotel company)
Master another glass please...
Misha Grey
Uhmm... yes sir, here. Please enjoy
* give glass of alcoholic drink to Liu
Liu Yin (CEO of hotel company)
Thanks...
Liu Yin (CEO of hotel company)
*take a sip of the alcohol but was confused 'cause is quite different from he just ordered... but the flavor and alcohol content is amazing.
Liu Yin (CEO of hotel company)
*looks at the bartender
Misha Grey
*noticed that Liu was staring at him and was quite confused
Misha Grey
Uhmm. Is the flavor not your taste sir?
Misha Grey
Sorry, I'm quite new to this. I just worked here for a few weeks.
Liu Yin (CEO of hotel company)
No it's fine. It's different from earlier, but the taste of it is quite a balance and I liked it.
Misha Grey
*shows an awkward smile
Misha Grey
Ahh... Thank you sir. Glad to have it of your liking.
After few hours Liu felt quite drunk so he's preparing to stand up and go home.
Liu Yin (CEO of hotel company)
*standing up and started to walk away outside the door
Liu forgotten his phone in the counter and as Misha grabs the empty glass of Liu he notice that Liu left his phone on the table and so he hurriedly run to look for Liu outside the bar.
Misha Grey
Huh?
* noticed the phone left in the table
Misha Grey
He must forgotten his phone... I must bring it to him.
Misha Grey
* running while looking for Liu
Liu Yin (CEO of hotel company)
*Realized that he left his phone
Huh... oh my phone.
*sigh
Misha Grey
*saw Liu walking back towards the bar
Misha Grey
Uhmm... Hey Mister. here's your phone. You must left it in the counter.
*reached the phone to Liu
Liu Yin (CEO of hotel company)
* Stares at Misha
Thanks... I apologize. I must be drunk already.
Misha Grey
Oh no worries sir. It's fine.
Misha Grey
I'm glad you came back to look for it.
Misha Grey
* bows down and trying to turn back and return inside the bar
Misha Grey
Have a good night sir. Please have a safe travel home.
*bows down
Liu Yin (CEO of hotel company)
Yeah. you too. thanks...
Liu was confused how Misha didn't buttted an eye as he saw him... the CEO of a famous hotel company.
Liu Yin (CEO of hotel company)
He... didn't know me huh...
Liu Yin (CEO of hotel company)
*looking at the phone as he remembered the feeling of Misha's hands.
Liu Yin (CEO of hotel company)
Mhhh...
Liu was curious as to why Misha didn't knew who he was. It's a first... and he thought earlier... Misha just gave him a wrong alcohol to grab his attention and tried to flirt with him... but he confirmed that Misha didn't knew who he was as Misha brought the phone and just immediately leave Liu.
Liu Yin (CEO of hotel company)
*Taking a cab and arrived in his place
Liu Yin (CEO of hotel company)
*takes a shower to cool his head and remember what just happened there... in the bar.
Liu Yin (CEO of hotel company)
*Trying to remember Misha's awkward smile to him
Liu Yin (CEO of hotel company)
He really didn't know me...
Liu Yin (CEO of hotel company)
Who is that boy...?
Liu Yin (CEO of hotel company)
* leaving the shower room and enters his bedroom
Liu Yin (CEO of hotel company)
*grabs the phone and called his secretary
Secretary
Yes. Good Evening, CEO Yin. What can I help you?
Liu Yin (CEO of hotel company)
Investigate and Send the personal information of the bartenders in the XXX bar shop. Bring it to me tomorrow morning.
At that night Liu couldn't help to think about that young beautiful bartender who happens to not know him and who is kind without gaining something from it...
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