Feel some fresh air

I hurried my steps toward the house as it already turned dark. I didn’t realize how much time I had spent in the park as it felt so good to play with that kid, which refreshed me.

As soon as I reached the street, I saw Hayden on the road, running here and there. He was searching for me.

I ran towards him, calling out his name. When he turned to me, I saw anger and worry in his eyes. For a moment, I felt so scared. I anticipated his outrage but to my surprise, he hugged me so tightly, almost suffocating me.

He didn’t speak and he didn’t move. It made me realize what a stupid thing I have done.

“Hayden…”

“Don’t!” I heard his ragged breath. “Stay silent for a while.”

I gulped. As he said, I kept silent and patted his back. Then he pulled himself away from me. Holding my hand, he dragged me to the house. Once we entered, he shouted, “Where did you go?”

“I…”

“Do you think it’s a kid' game? Don’t you know the danger around you? You can’t understand how tensed I was.”

I bent my head down, ap