The gifts

NAOMI

"What celebration?!" I asked, facing Dylan.

He frowned in return.

"It's Hayden and Hazel's birthday today." He replied.

My face was void of any emotions, but beneath I was dumbstruck.

Do they celebrate Hazel's birthday??

But it's Nadia's death day!!

Before I could say anything, Harold butted in by clearing his throat.

"It's not like a grand party.. it's just like cutting a cake and wishing them with a gift.. that's it." Harold said.

I passed him a slight nod in reluctance. What else can I do??

"So just wait till the celebration.. even Gwen is on her way here. She'll be happy to see you again."

Dylan grinned.

"But..-" I was cut short by Harold.

"Please." He whispered as I glanced up at him.

And again, all I could do was give him a subtle nod. I just don't want to hurt him more. So I'm agreeing with what he's saying because I'm just here for today. Tomorrow, I'll be leaving.

Together, we all walked out of the room, and my eyes landed on our room.

It was our room, but now it's his.