Wow I still can't believe I actually wrote this chapter (writer's block)! Well hopefully this will be able to live up to y'alls expectations!

Haha random note, it's sure fun to write while grandparents are arguing downstairs. xP

(? POV)

It feels like my head is lost in an endless world of clouds. I've lost track of time, day and night all appears the same for me - this world is an endless void of emptiness. I wonder how long I've been stuck in this trance, days? Weeks? Months? Maybe even years.

From time to time I would have sudden flashbacks of past events, it makes me sad that I won't be able to make any more memories. Some flashbacks will have me feeling warm and happy - they usually keep me busy for a long time. While other memories cause me to wince in pain - I can still feel the pain of glass shattering onto my skull. Revisiting memories is how I usually spend my time, nothing particularly new happens anyways.

Today is unlike any other day. While I was recalling a warm childhood memory I felt a sharp pinch on my arm - I sometimes forget I even have a body. I was quiet surprised at the pain, it has been so long since I've felt anything from the outside world. But it isn't the pain that surprised me the most, what astonished me was the faint voices around me.

I couldn't hear what exactly they were saying, but I knew they were there and real. Does this mean I'll be able to escape this void and nothingness? I wonder how much time has passed outside, and if anyone will remember me.

These questions nag at me loudly as the faint voices slowly fade away. Once again I am left alone in this strange world.

(Eve's POV)

I scan myself from head to toe in the bathroom mirror. My stomach twisting into knots as each second brings me closer to the moment I dread the most. Today I'm returning back to school, and I feel like a little girl preparing for her very first day at elementary.

It's been a very long time since I've step foot into that school, and I'm very concerned about how today will go. Will the people there laugh at me for being hit? Or will they scold me for surviving? I wonder how much people know about the incident, and most importantly I wonder if I'll bump into Add. I'm worried about how things will turn out - I wonder how things will unfold if we meet.

In addition to all my worries, today happens to be the day where Elsword and I announce our status to everyone. Even though it'll be announced first thing to our friends I can't help but feel incredibly nervous.

"Eve, you've been staring in the mirror for a very long time," my mom's sudden appearance nearly gives me a heart attack. "Are you okay honey?"

I quickly regain my posture and reply," yes, I'm just a bit nervous for school."

My mom smiles sweetly," honey you'll be fine." She reassures me confidently. "You'll be able to catch up to your classes thanks to all the tutoring you've been given, and you look great today!"

Too bad it isn't just the work I'm worried about. Forcing on a smile I nod, "thanks mom."

"Now hurry up and eat, Elsword will be here soon!"

Giving myself one last look in the mirror I hurry downstairs for some food. For once I didn't feel like eating, my dad gave me funny looks as I played around with my bowl of cereal. My appetite doesn't work well when I'm very nervous. I barely noticed the door bell chiming until my mom went to answer it.

"Good morning!" A cheerful Elsword greets while walking into the kitchen. "Are you done eating yet?" He asks as he rests a hand on my shoulder.

"Yeah, just give me a minute." I respond. With one deep breath I swallow down the rest of my breakfast, and gave Elsword a warm smile. "Okay I'm ready."

I hurriedly went to gather up my things. After checking my backpack for the third time I head out the house with Elsword and began our way to school. I pretty much zoned out as Elsword began to talk about some new game he found on Steam. I would normally listen to his blabbering, but my mind isn't working very well today. All I want to do is run home and hide under a blanket.

"Hey are you okay?" He suddenly inquired. I snap out of my small trance and smile sheepishly.

"Yeah, I'm just a bit nervous," I stammered. "Okay 'a bit' is a total lie, I'm like really nervous right now!"

Elsword chuckles while wrapping his warm hand around mines," you'll be perfectly fine." He pecks me on the cheek. "When all else fails you can run to me for help. I'll be your knight in shining armor."

"Wouldn't I bother you though?"

He shakes his head," you can never bother me. Just calm down and hold my hand, I'll be right beside you, okay?"

I can feel my face flushing at his heart warming comment," okay."

(? POV)

The voices, they're back! I was beginning to lose hope but they're back again! I can hear my hear my heart rate quicken as someone holds my hand tightly - once again I've felt something from the outside world! I strain my ears to comprehend the words sounding around me, but no matter how much I concentrate they still sound muffled and cluttered.

Warm droplets of water fall on my fingers - I wonder if those are tears, if so who is crying for me? If I was in the outside world I would comfort my crying guest with a hug or even with a small squeeze to the hand.

That's it! Maybe I should try squeezing their hand back! Perhaps interacting with the outside world will help bring me out of this void.

I gather up all my strength and concentrate on my hand and fingers. Anger and frustration boils at my unresponsive fingers - why is it so difficult to perform such a simple task? It is torture not being able to interact with those on the other side, all I can do is hear their muffled voices around me.

I remember the days where I could run freely in the garden. My mom would always scold me for picking her precious roses, but I couldn't help it they were so pretty. I wish I could move and roam free again. Here I feel like a caged animal, locked away from the vast world on the other side.

Refusing to give up I continue to concentrate on my fingers. Excitement races through my veins as I feel my index finger giving off a small twitch. I mentally pat myself on the back as I try to move it again. This time three of my fingers responded with small movements.

Silence fills the air as I slowly regain control over all my finger. I wonder why every stopped talking, is it because they are disappointed at my small movements? Or is it that they are scared at my twitching fingers?

Before I could think of anymore theories the voices return. From the sudden increase in volume they're either cheering or arguing. I still can't tell since the voices are all still very muffled. I can feel my mouth twitch into a small smile as someone pulls me into a warm hug.

(Rena's POV)

"I say we go ice skating still!" I snap. "It's a perfect welcome back event!"

Chung rolls his eyes," a perfect event to send her back to the hospital." He points out. "Elsword will probably squish her like a bug, just like how Raven squished Aisha."

"Hey! I'm right here y'know?" Raven waves his arm at us, while Aisha giggles at his reaction. "Come on guys it was an accident! You guys know this already!"

Chung ignores Raven and says," I say we just have a nice barbecue and then have some fun outdoor games."

I smack Chung on the arm," I'm in charge of planning so shut up!"

He sends me a quick glare," no you're not!"
"Yes!"
"No!"
"Stop being in denial!"
"Stop being so stubborn!"

"How about you both just be quiet for one minute!" Ara walks in between us. She rubs her eyes while shaking her head in disappointment," you two are giving us a headache."

I cross my arms," he just hates all the ideas I have!"

"Well she has bad ideas!" Chung defends himself.

"Guys I think Ara has a point," Aisha joins in shyly. "How about we talk about this as a group? Besides you guys are really loud." She gestures to the few glares being sent our way.

"What in the world is going on over here?" Elsword questions while pushing past a few people to reach us. "You guys are being really loud."

"They were just being childish," Raven explains with a shrug. "It's pretty much normal behaviour for those two."

I jump with excitement at the sight of Eve clinging on to Elsword's arm. Without another thought I pull her into a tight hug, Ara and Aisha jump into the hug shortly afterwards.

"Oh I'm so glad you're back!" I squeal while breaking the bone crushing hug. "It's been forever since I saw you - not counting the hospital visits though!"

"I'm glad to be back," Eve sends us all a warm smile. "Looks like things are finally returning back to normal!"

"Yeah, and now with you here we can finally discuss about what we'll be doing for your welcome back party!" Aisha pats Eve on the back. "So today will be one busy day for you!"

"Wow, thanks guys," Eve rolls her eyes playfully.

"Hey I have even bigger news!" Elsword announces loudly. "I have something pretty neat to show you guys." Elsword takes his wallet out from his pocket and pulls out a small white card. "Ladies and gentlemen I present to you my driver's license!"

"No way!" Chung snatches the card from his hand. "Wow this is actually the real thing!" We all gather around him to take a look at the license.

"Wow it's about time," Ara snickers. "I thought you'd be stuck taking the bus for the rest of your life!"

"Your picture on this thing looks like a mug shot!" Raven jokes while giving Elsword a punch on the arm. "I can already picture it, Elsword, arrested for throwing banana peels on the road and other cars."

"Oh haha very fun," Elsword frowns. "At least Eve will bail me out, right Eve?"

"Maybe," she giggles. "I could leave you in jail and steal all the food and goodies from your fridge."

"Awesome answer!" I laugh while giving Eve a thumbs up. She smiles proudly at her comment.

"Remember to invite us over!" Chung joins in. "We'll have a party, and best of all free food!"

Elsword pretends to look hurt," wow guys I thought we were friends." The group laughs at his terrible acting. "Don't you guys know bullying is mean!"

"Oh stop being such a baby," Eve slaps him on the arm." You know that we're just joking."

"That doesn't mean I forgive you big bullies." Elsword continues to put his childish act on. "I don't think I'll ever forgive you guys! Unless someone gives me an awesome present!"

"Awesome present?" Aisha raises her brow. "What the heck do you want? Some candy? If you're expecting us to buy you a car then you better think again, Els!"

"I want a nice sweet present!" Elsword makes eye contact with Eve. "Or else I won't be forgiving or giving any of you food and rides!"

Eve rolls her eyes and kisses him on the lips - wait, what?! Are my eyes deceiving me or is this actually happening? Eve and Elsword are actually kissing! Or maybe this is all a dream, and when I wake up I'll be really disappointed. I rub my eyes and give myself a few pinches on the arm to make sure I'm not dreaming - everyone around me seems as equally shocked.

Eve finally breaks the kiss," will you stop acting like a child now?" She asks in a whisper.

Elsword wraps his arm around her shoulder," just for you, Eevee." He pecks her one last time on the cheek.

Aisha clears her voice loudly, catching the lovebird's attention," guys, what is going on?" She sends them a questioning look. "Is there something you would like to tell us about?"

Elsword and Eve blush in response. They glance at each other for a brief second before replying," we're together now."

I began cheering like an obsessed fan-girl once those long awaited words left their mouths. Finally, finally these two block heads got together! My life feels so complete!

(Eve's POV)

My morning was pretty eventful. After announcing my relationship status with Elsword Rena went crazy, she seemed like someone who escaped from the mental ward. Everyone congratulated us for getting together - I felt very relieved as Ara wished us luck for the future.

Teachers welcomed me back with warm and bright smiles. Even though I was gone for a long time they didn't hesitate to give me mountains of homework and tests. Thank goodness Aisha tutored me, I was able to catch up quickly, and half the work i got was plain review.

When I first stepped back into the school i was expecting loads of insults, but instead I am welcomed by 'hello's and 'welcome back's. A few of my former bullies even apologized and wished me to get better. I guess when someone is near death even your greatest enemies will change their ways. Of course there were still a few who hated on me, but it doesn't bother me anymore. After all things are looking much better than they were before.

Lunch rolled around pretty soon, and I was welcomed by a whole debate on what to do for my welcome back party. After a what felt like hours of yelling we finally decided to go skating and then have a late night barbecue. This way Rena and Chung can both have their ideas in play.

"I'm so glad we got this figured out!" Aisha rubs her temples. "I was beginning to get a headache."

"I know right," Ara sighs. "Finally we got it resolved!"

I take a quick glance at the clock," we pretty much wasted a whole lunch hour on it too." I point out. "Well I'm going to get ready for class, see you guys later."

"Already?" Elsword frowns. "That's pretty early."

"Yeah well I need to get sme quick review from my next teacher," I explain while packing up my things. "Plus I need to start studying for a math test."

"Alright, have fun." Aisha waves good-bye to me.

I walk down the somewhat busy hallway while humming a soft tune. A few people passing by gave me a small nod or wave, I return the gesture with a small smile. I defiantly feel odd for getting this many nice gestures, I hope this will last till the end of the year.

I nearly jump out of my skin as someone pushes me roughly to a dark room - I'm assuming this is a storage room. I quickly grab on to the nearby shelves to prevent myself from falling. Panic and fear takes over me as the dark figure slowly makes its way towards me. The feelings of fear are quickly diminished as raging anger burns through my body - the dim light begins to reveal some very familiar facial features.

"Add," I say his name in a low and calm voice. "What do you want?"

He laughs," Eve, my beautiful princess." He runs a finger down my cheek, I immediately slap his hand away. "I was waiting for your return."

"Please just go away," I gingerly move a side. "We're not together anymore, I-I can't even trust you enough to be my friend."

"Don't be like that," Add takes a giant step closer. "You know you love me, and I love you too."

I nearly gag at his statement," you're disgusting!" I roughly push him away. "I don't want anything to do with you! So get lost!"

Suddenly Add presses his lips against mines, I could hear the red flags and sirens going off in my head. I roughly punch in the stomach causing him to break the kiss, and before he could react I send him a violent slap. He doubles back while holding his possibly swollen cheek.

"Enough, Add!" I raise my voice. Just like in the hospital I began to feel the difficulties of breathing. "I would've forgiven you if you apologized maturely, and begged for forgiveness. After this I don't think I can ever trust you."

"No!" He snaps. "You love me! Just say it!"

He's going crazy, maybe the car crash did some brain damage and caused this odd behaviour. Whatever the cause may be I cannot stay here any longer, who knows what he's capable of now? "Add, I don't love you."

"Lies . . . lies."

"Add, you'll find someone one day." I slowly shuffle towards the exit. "Just move on and let go."

"Lies!"

The door suddenly swings wide open, revealing a very angry looking Elsword. I nervously look at the two guys, each having the same amount of hate and anger in their eyes. This is not good, this is really not good.

"Elsword-"

"What are you doing with Eve?" He angrily walks in. "How dare you lay a finger on her!"

"You!" Add curses at Elsword. "If it weren't for you I would've had her all to myself! How dare you come in between us and our love!"

"Eve, you may want to stand back." Elsword warns, with his eyes stills locked tightly on Add. "This may get rough."

"Please!" I beg. "Don't fight!"

"Ohh let's just see who's good enough for Eve!" Add continues to laugh madly. "Watch this Eve, I'm going to be your hero!"

He begins to stumble his way towards Elsword, his walking pattern resembles one of a drunk man. Elsword back up as Add wildly flails his arms, hoping to land a fatal hit on Elsword. Add's laughter grows as he punches Elsword wildly.

Elsword stands firmly despite Add's punches. I glance at Elsowrd worryingly, wondering what's going through his mind - I hope Add isn't going to hurt him, but seeing how he punches I don't think he'll inflict any serious damage.

I jump slightly as Elsword suddenly lands a punch on Add's face. Add immediately flinches back, Elsword uses this opportunity to to tackle him down. I cover my eyes as Elsword bashes Add with violent punches. It felt like years have passed before Elsword decided to stop hurting Add - I hope Add is somewhat alive still.

"Don't go near Eve again, got it?" Elsword questions Add in a threatening voice.

There was a moment of silence before Add responded," fine." Elsword backs away from him as Add begins to laugh madly again.

"Eve," Elsword wraps his arm around me. "Come, let's go."

"She'll come back to me one day!" Add shouts from behind us. "We're meant to be together!"

Elsword quickly walks me out of the dark storage room. I lean on him for support, my legs tremble and shake with each step. It's still very hard for my to wrap my mind around what just took place, I can't believe I ran into Add again, and I can't believe I just saw all of that.

"A-are you okay?" Elsword asks suddenly. "Sorry you had to see that. It's just he could've really hurt you. I guess it's a good thing that he was being obnoxiously loud."

"I-it's okay, and thanks for coming." I respond quietly. Tears trickle down from my eyes as my mind replays the events that just took place. "I-it was so scary."

Elsword pulls me into a warm hug, I hug him tightly in return," sorry we didn't tell you about him." Elsword began. "Ever since the crash he's been acting very strangely. They said he has some brain damage, and we're guessing that's why he's acting like a lunatic."

"I-I see," I begin to cry on to Elsword's shoulder. "It's sad to know that his life will never be the same now. He could've had a great future, with a good wife, job, and family. Now that may never happen."

"Yeah." Elsword's voice cracks up slightly.

"Elsword?" I look up to make eye contact with him. "Can you promise me to never fight like that again?"

Hurt flashes through his eyes," yeah, and I'm very sorry for making you see that." He gently wipes the tears off my face.

I smile at his statement," it's okay. I'm just very glad you made that promise, Els." With that he pulls me into a warm kiss, relieving me of my worries.

(? POV)

I can hear the voices more clearly now! They've been talking to me, asking me to wiggle my toes and fingers if I heard them. Of course I did my best to do as they requested, they all seem very pleased at my comprehension. This is the closest I've gotten to the outside world! I hope I'll be able to escape this void soon!

"Honey, can you try opening your eyes?" A soft feminine voice asks politely.

Open my eyes? That's strange I hardly noticed that theyr were closed, well I guess this would explain why I never really needed to blink. I focus my concentration on my eyelids, I try to open them but it feels as though they're glued shut.

"It's okay," the voice sounds. "You did a great job trying."

"Y-you really can hear us." A familiar voice cries.

Wait . . . that voice it can't be! Feeling more motivated to see who this voice belongs to I continue to focus on my closed eyelids. My heart races at the small speck of light breaking the darkness surrounding me. My eye lids feel like heavy blocks of bricks, but I'm determined to wake up from this nightmare.

"She's waking up!"

"Hurry call the doctors!"

"That's it keeping on trying!"

I smile as blurry figures begin to take shape. I blink several times, hoping to help my eyelids open up. The first thing I notice is the large number of doctors surrounding my bed, each one sharing the same shocked face as the other.

I turn my head slightly to the side, a woman with tears staining her face stared back in awe at me. She takes my hand in her own, I give it a slight squeeze to comfort her.

" . . .mom . . ." My voice sounding hoarse at the very word that left my mouth.

"Elesis," she kisses my hand while the tears come streaming down. "Welcome back, Elesis."