Phantom in my Heart

Chapter 10

FOUND OUT

Eirian fell on the floor for the hundredth time that day. Despite the floor being carpeted, it was still painful when he fell.

During the days that he was left alone in the bedroom, Eirian tried to move around. At first, there was no progress. He could barely feel any sensation on his legs.

But now he could hold his body as he knelt on his knees.

It was a slow and painful way. But he could only grit his teeth and endure the pain.

By now his body was covered in bruises.

He was able to keep those hidden but not for long.

"I can take a bath by myself."

"But love, we always took a bath together."

Eirian pressed his lips together.

Albert couldn't help but give up. He left the young man in the room after carrying him to the bench.

When Eirian was sure that the man was gone, he removed his clothes and promptly took a shower. However, he forgot one thing.

Albert saw the change of clothes on the bed. He took the pajamas and knocked on the door.

Eirian's heart beat wildly when he heard the door opened.

When Albert entered, he saw Eirian covering himself with a towel. He thought that the young man was feeling shy. He chuckled at the cute scene. But when he came closer, his face darkened.

He knelt down and held the young man's knees. The fair slender legs that was only as large as Albert's arms were mottled with purple and blue.

He looked up feeling aggrieved for the boy. "Love, what happened?"

Eirian pushed the taller man's hands away from his knees.

Albert couldn't help but wonder how the boy got injured. Except for the times when he would have to go out of the mansion to attend some business, he was with Eirian most of the time.

"Tell me, did someone hurt you?" Albert gripped the boy's arms.

Eirian, surprised by the man's rough actions, widened his eyes. "No- No one hurt me. I fell down a couple of days ago."

Albert sighed. "You should have told me, love."

"I did not want you to worry." The boy said softly.

Albert let go of the thin arms that were only as large as his wrists. A light purple ring formed on the otherwise pale skin. "I'm sorry." He rubbed circles on the boy's arms and kissed the boy's knees. "Let's go to the hospital tomorrow and have your legs checked."

Eirian did not oppose and let the man help him dress up and carry him back to the bed.

"There are no fractures. Your bones a healing gradually. This cream is for the bruises. Apply it twice a day, morning and before bed time. I think it is time for you to start therapy." Dr. Ramirez said.

"Isn't it too early? I'm afraid he is still in pain." Albert had a concerned look on his face.

"He is rather late actually. If we do not start therapy now, his muscles would continue to atrophy due to disuse. The physical therapy will be conducted in various stages. They will take care good of you." The doctor looked at Eirian. 

Edited. 3.24.2020