Chapter 10
Matt's POV
The cafeteria was already filled when I arrived. I got in line with the rest and when my turn came I was delighted to see Kym on duty. However, she was lost in thoughts and I have to call her name several times to snap her out of it. She gave me a smile and scooped some beans onto my plate and I proceeded on down the line.
I found an empty table and was about to dig into my lunch when I saw Ben entered the cafeteria. I waved my hands at him but he didn't see me. His eyes were fixed on something or someone and I followed his gaze and stopped at where Kym was standing. Ben has been acting strange for the past one week after that afternoon with Kym. I have tried to talk to him a few times but every time he shrugged me off. I have an inkling that something might have happened between them. I was sure.
I continued to watch him as he stood in line. He exchanged some words with Kym before he took his plate and walked away. Both of them were acting awkward around each other. He spotted Denni sitting alone and joined her but he hardly talked. I found him kept stealing glances at Kym. Whatever that happened between them I hope it will be resolved soon.
Ben's POV
Hal and I were at the rooftop for our night duty, and we just had a long conversation about Kym and I. I didn't expect him or anyone to know about my feelings towards Kym let alone expect him to ask about us. I guessed I am not very good at hiding my feelings and moreover, I was seen by Maggie kissing Kym the other day. When Hal told me, I was quite embarrassed but I told him everything. Hal was very encouraging and optimistic about Kym changing her mind and accepting my feelings. Well, maybe but it's very unlikely so I explained.
"Kym is not optimistic about the future. She isn't sure if there is a future for anyone of us now what more about the future between the two of us. There is still a lot of pain for losing her family. The insecurity she felt was overwhelming and she is scared. The 2nd Mass is all she has right now. She doesn't want to complicate our friendships."
"I think I know what she means. Things between Maggie and I are not bed of roses either. She has almost the same thoughts as Kym previously," Hal said. I was surprise at this. Hal hardly or never talks about his relationships with Maggie. I waited for him to continue.
"She was apprehensive too in the beginning to start the relationship with me…."
"What changed her mind?" I was curious.
"We can't deny that we both love each other. The feelings were so strong. We never promised each other anything. We just want to spend our times together, caring and looking after each other for now." He said and turned to me.
"That's what I was hoping too with Kym," I sighed. I am not sure what I can do to make her change her mind.
"Just enjoy each other's company as friends. Continue to care and take care of each other. Be there for one another. Just let the future take cares of it." I couldn't agree more with Hal. It's really good to have someone to share this with.
"Thanks." I looked over to him and we smiled.