When I got there I saw Matt awake. He waved at me to come over but I was to afraid to. What if grandfather told them what I told him? I have to leave quick. Grandfather walked towards me and shook his head. That's when I knew that grandfather didn't tell him. Jackie was awake and all over Matt. She looked so happy. Her happiness is what I have to protect but with me staying with them they will never be happy. "Hey Ray uh I'm sorry that I've been asleep this whole time." Matt said awkwardly laughing. I looked at him and started to cry. "I'm so happy your awake." I said hugging him. Matt looked tired so we let him sleep. I packed up the food I needed and some other stuff I needed. At night I planned to go to are cave and sleep. once it's day time I leave right away. I went to take a shower so I could relax more. I can't believe that I'm going to finally leave this village. This place has always been my home. Ever since I was a child. I finished showering and went to check on Matt before leaving. He looked fine so I left. When I got back to the cave I saw a man. When he saw me he walked towards me right away. "It's nice to finally meet you." the man said. I was so confused. Out of nowhere he gave me a kiss on my forehead and hugged me. I pushed myself of him and he laughed. Is he playing with me? Is this a joke for him or something? How does he know me?

© Sammy Ayala