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The Flower Crowns We Made (ALTERNATE END)

Hi hi! This is not a repost of the previous chapter, but it follows a similar path of the last chapter but with a different ending, if that makes sense. I won't just copy and paste the same story into this, I will change certain parts of the parts that arent flash backs so it's not a complete bore 😭

This story is angst with a happy ending, accompanied by fluff
TW: Major injuries, light discussion of assault

Rui POV

I was sitting in a hospital room, on a hard plastic chair. I glanced over to my right, alerted by entrance of Saki and Toya. I nodded towards them as they came in. I wanted to give a friendly smile, but I couldn't bring myself to in these circumstances. As much as it pained me to look at the bed, I did anyways.

Tsukasa's limp body layed in the bed. I felt guilty that he was here, and not having fun like he deserves. As sad as I was, I knew that his health was certainly recovering, even though the process was painfully slow.

I put my hand on his, which was on the bed. It's been a few days since Tsukasa has been conscious last, and I wasn't the only one worried. His family visited, as well as some friends of his.

My gaze averted down to my feet, I felt so bad looking at him like that. My mind drifted off into the past, the last moment I shared with Tsukasa.

FLASH BACK

I was laying on my back, on a large plain of grass. It was soft and didn't itch my skin. Maybe I just didn't notice the itch because the one I loved most was with me, taking my mind off of the stress. He was laying right beside me, admiring the various flowers, and all of the many colors.

"Rui, don't you think these flowers are very pretty?" Tsukasa plucked a small yellowish flower and handed it over to me. I assumed he picked a small one so that he wouldn't do much harm to the rest of them. I stared at the flower, observing how it folded perfectly and the golden petals lightly flowed along with the breeze.

"Of course! The color yellow really matches your hair." I smiled, sitting up and scooting closer to him. The dirt was soft under my palms, and gave me a sense of familiarity. I raised a hand to grab a lock of his hair, and moved the other to put the flower up to it.

"Oh, yeah, you're right. Look!" Tsukasa bent over and grabbed a flower that represented a viola flower. "This flower is almost your exact hair shade, and the yellow parts are like your eyes!" I loved how cute he was, especially in moments like these.

I nodded and felt the petals of the flower. They felt silky and they were springy. "Tsukasa, may I make a flower crown for you? It's been a while since I last did, and I'm sure it would look great on you." He looked over at me, with pure amazement sparkling in his eyes.

"Yes! That sounds like fun! I'll make one for you, too." With that, we began each making a flower crown of blooms and florets of our choice. As I weaved the stems through each other, it reminded me of how long it has been since I last thoroughly enjoyed and cared about a subject like this. Tsukasa always made activities that I never thought would be fun at all the most entertaining and delightful experiences.

I paid close attention to the stems as they intertwined and tightened around each other, locking each in place as I picked from the blossoms that spread throughout this field. Doing this made me feel so at home and safe, especially with someone who I love. As I worked, I was suddenly interrupted by a sudden weight on my shoulder, accompanied with a surge of warmth.

Looking over at my shoulder, I saw Tsukasa who had moved to rest his head on it while we worked. "Rui, is it okay if I just do this?" He glimpsed up at me for approval to continue in this position.

"By all means, dear. I find this rather comfortable anyways, so I'd prefer this." I answered.

The two of us continued to keep at it. Over the span of a few more minutes, we had both finished up our respective crowns, and showed them to each other. "They look super cool! Rui, I'm never going to get rid of this. It'll always remind me of you." He had a beautiful grin spread across his face, with eyes that seemed to be able to light of any room. He looked so happy, ecstatic, even. I never thought that I'd ever be the one to make him this happen.

Flash back end

I felt hot tears roll down my cheek, I was completely terrified. I was staying cautious of his state, because I'd never know if his health suddenly declined. I was so angry that I wasn't there to protect him, and that he was the one to get hurt. It should've been me. Not too long ago, Tsukasa had been attacked by a group of people completely unprovoked.

Tsukasa had claimed that he had no relations to the people whatsoever, which only upset me more. According to the doctors, the attackers had hit a vital organ, but the surgery ended well despite being made more complicated.

All of his family, friends, classmates, and even some teachers were anxious for news. I tried to convince myself that he would be okay, but even if he was, who knows how long it'd be until he woke up again. I might have to wait a few days, or even years... Tsukasa, please be okay!

I had nothing to do but sit and occupy myself with my thoughts. This was when my train of thought came to a halt. What? I felt butterflies arise in my stomach, I immediately perked up. I felt a movement, and warmth over the back of my hand. "Huh...?" I looked up to see Tsukasa, who had a small smile on his face. He's awake!

Tsukasa had placed his hand on top of mine, the one I set beside him earlier. He closed his eyes, he seemed so tired.

"..Rui..." His voice was hoarse, and weak, a major difference from how he normally acts.

"Oh! Tsukasa, you're okay!" I felt more tears roll down my face, but this time of happiness.

"Tsukasa is awake!?" I heard more commotion from behind me, Saki and Toya had immediately got up from their seats and rushed to Tsukasa's bedside.

He didn't seem to be able to talk very easily, but he nodded. I found the remote on a table nearby, and used it to move his body and head upwards, so he could communicate with us better. I don't care about anything beside Tsukasa right now. He's finally awake, and this proves that his health is getting better.

"I love you, Tsukasa."

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I DID IT!! Okay, honestly I rewrote the whole actual story, but I did not change the flash back scene because it didn't really effect the current plot, and it's also the name of the chapter so I can't really take out the flash back without it not making sense yk?

The next chapter will either be up late tonight, or sometime after 3P.M. (PST) tomorrow!

Tysm for reading 💖