The Tale of the Lotus Heart

Chapter 6

Two months passed in a blur like this. Yong would go to work, come home early, then spend the rest of

his time with me. I had been worried recently. Every time Yong made love to me, I felt more and more

determined to protect him at all costs. I couldn't continue to be around him knowing I would only be a

danger to him. But with Tase and Yong alternating being my watch guard, I rarely went anywhere

without one of them. My smile has turned sad and regretful. I didn't want to leave this world with

regrets, and if I kept putting Tase and Yong at risk, I would regret it. But I never had the opportunity and

plan to leave unnoticed.

I woke up without Yong beside me, but he left me breakfast and a love note. It was a rare time when

neither of the guys were home. They were normally so good about always having one person home,

but I guess there was a lack in communication somewhere this time. I'd been looking for a chance to

sneak out quietly without Yong noticing. This was my best chance. I pulled out a piece of paper before I

started writing.

Yong,

I love you with all of my heart, but I couldn't live with myself knowing that I'm the person who's holding

you back. I know you're a doctor who wants to save lives, and all I do is take up all your time. I know

you're worried about me, but I don't want you to get hurt trying to protect me. I've come to terms with

my fate. If I'm meant to die, I don't want to drag anyone else into it. I know you love me just as much as

I love you, but if me living means that you have to die, I'd rather be the only one dying. Thank you for

your love. You made me feel confident enough to leave this world with no regrets. I love you, and I will

always love you. I just want you to be happy.

Aivi

I left the note on the fridge before packing a quick duffle bag and leaving Yong's condo. I took the bus

to the other side of town and waited at the train station. The further away I could get, the safer Yong

would be. I went to the bathroom after seeing there was an hour until the next train. While washing my

hands, a beautiful woman appeared next to me. She had long silky black hair and silver eyes; sporting

ripped skinny jeans, a simple shirt and a black leather jacket. She smirked at me as she leaned against

the counter next to me.

"Do I know you?" I asked in confusion. She giggled before coming closer to me. I took a cautious step

back and I looked around the empty bathroom for a weapon. I couldn't find one.

"No, but I know you... Lotus Heart," she answered. My only option was to run. Leaving my bag behind, I

sprinted out of the bathroom and out of the train station. I ran down the sidewalk as fast as I could.

When I glanced behind me, I didn't see anyone following, but when I turned around, I ran right into the

girl who stalked me in the bathroom. I gasped as something sharp pieces my chest. I fell to my knees

and gasped for the air I wasn't receiving as the sharp object was pulled out of my chest.

"Aivi!" I heard a scream in the distance. The woman turned to dust right in front of my eyes as someone

cradled me into their chest. Looking up, I saw Yong. I smiled to the best of my ability as my bloodied

hand came up to touch his face gently.

"You weren't supposed to come after me. I didn't want to put you in danger too," I croaked out as best

as I could. He held me hand against his cheek as his eyes closed tightly. Tears dropped onto my face

from his eyes.

"I told you I would protect you! I knew what I was up against before I promised you. Why couldn't you

think of yourself for once. This self sacrificial attitude has never changed. Why did you have to die for

me again?" He cried. I rubbed my thumb over his cheek before trying to take a labored breath.

"I'm dying, Yong, but I couldn't watch you get hurt too," I tried to explain.

"No, you're not dying. You're just going somewhere else, okay? You're not going to die," he rambled.

"It's okay. I was prepared for this when I decided to leave," I tried to assure him.

"Well I wasn't prepared! And I don't accept this. I read your letter and I don't accept it. Why can't you

just stay with me and be happy for once?! I told you I would take care of you! I'm going to take you to a

save place. I'll find a way to seal the lotus heart again. I'll let you live a life where everything doesn't

come to kill you. You'll never leave my side. I love you Aivi. I won't lose you. I promise, you're going to

be just fine," he said with determination as he held my hand in his. I was tired from holding on to

staying alive for so long. I just wanted to say my final goodbye to Yong. I didn't want him to be too

upset.

"I love you," I managed to get out before everything started going black. I couldn't force myself to

breath anymore. It was too painful, so I let go of this life.