🥀Dee🥀

"I-- *sniff* ..I'm hungry.."

I was confused in that moment, but I realized. Her face. It was pale and a little yellow. How long has (name) gone without eating? A noise bellowed from her diaphragm causing her to wail. Shit, if she doesn't eat soon, her stomach body will eat her first. I had no choice but to bring her to my place.

"Come on," I lifted her arm over my shoulders and held her waist. "We'll get you some food, and then you'll have a chance to call your folks."

"*hic*..th-thank you, Dee.."

"..Whatever."

Thankfully the park wasn't too far of a walk back. I brought (name) inside the house and led her to the dinner table. Dad saw us come in and his face grew concern as I sat her down.

"Oh, god-" He turned away from the stove, "is she alright? What happened?"

I answered, "she was out in the park when I found her. She hasn't eaten all day."

Dad lifted (name)'s chin up and move her hair to the side. He had caught a glimpse of her pale skin and puffy eyes as another stomach roar was heard. "I'll serve her a plate." Dad nodded, standing up. "And Dee, can you call her parents? Im sure they're worried sick about their daughter."

"Sure thing," I pulled out my phone, "(name) can you give me a number?"

No words came out of her, all she did was reach out her hand. I gave her my phone, let her dail whoever, them got it back. I called the number and hear it pick up. A woman's voice comes through. I go to the living room to listen peacefully.

*Hello?*

"Hi, this is Dee...*sigh* (name)'s friend?"

*(Name)?! Do you know where she is?! She just disappeared without a word!*

Seriously? "Yes, she's at my place. I found her earlier in the park."

*Is she okay??"*

"She's fine but, can I ask you something?"

*What is it?*

Here it goes, "why hasn't she eaten?" She didn't give a response. "When I found (name), she was pale and crying for food. How long has this been going on?" I heard a sigh, and the mother answers.

*That's something I can't really explain why. You would have to ask (name) yourself. Although, I doubt she will ever talk about it. She's had a lost of appetite since last night. Usually, when this happens, it goes on for at least 5 days until her hunger comes back. By then she scarfs down what she can to make up for her starvation. But barfs it up immediately after, not being able to digest it all..*

I was at a lost for words. Turning my head to look at (name) who hasn't moved a muscle. Jesus Christ.

"I- I guess that explains it...she can have dinner with us and I'll walk her back home later. Is that alright with you?"

*Yes..yes, that's fine. I'll see you then, thank you.*

"No problem.."

I hung up the phone and went back to the dinning room. Dad had served a bowl of soup to (name) and she was almost drooling. After uttering a soft thank you, she took a bite and you could see the tears welling up in her eyes again. And true to of her mother's word, she almost downed the whole thing. I'm guessing because she was at a someone else's home, she kept her manners around us.

"That was delicious, Glam.." she said with a weak smile, "..thank you."

"Anytime, my dear." Dad bowed his head. "Dee, could you call your mother and Heavy down for dinner?"

"Alright," I nodded turned back to (name), "stay here, Heavy will be happy to see you."

🌸You🌸

I weakly nudged my head as he left to get the rest of his family. Honestly, I want to get out of here. I didn't want Heavy to see me like this. As in, my depressing dead state. I was tired, tear stained, and a mess. But I'm too weak to stand right now.

I hear the rapid tapping of the staircase and see Heavy through my messy hair. "[[Hey Heavy.]]" I waved. He suddenly rushed to me and squeeze me in his tiny arms. I hugged him back while petting his head. This brought out a chuckle in me. "[[I was only gone for one day. You missed me that much?]]"

He pulled away saying, "[[Duh!! The whole day was boring without you. I never thoughf riding the bus to school could be so lonely, right Dee?]]"

All our eye shifted to Dee's direction, awaiting his agreement or denial. Did he really miss me too? Wanting a little payback, I thought It would be fun to mess with him.

"Aw, Dee," I innocently batted my eyes, "and to think that you didn't want to be my friend. But..you really do care~"

A bright red hue spread itself across the young blonde's face. Causing him to turn away and cover the flustered look with his hand. "N-No! You're just as annoying as usual!" He denied, "I just got used to you clinging onto me, is all." Wow. I've never seen him this embarrassed before, it's cute.

"[[All right, everyone,]]" Glam clapped his hands. "[[Let's at least have some dinner while it's still hot.]]"

Everyone seated themselves down at the table and I realize that the soup I had earlier was just the first course. We had lambchops with sautéed brussel sprouts and green beans and a small side of white rice. This food was godly! Glam really is an amazing cook! As much as I wanted to devour this stuff, I kept my manners with the family. When we were all done, I figured it was time for me to go home. I thank the Metal Family for allowing me to stay for dinner and after hugging Heavy on last time, I make my way to the door.

"(Name), wait." I hear Dee call to me. I turn around to see him putting on his jacket. "I told your mom that I'd walk you home."

"Oh, you don't have to-" I insisted, but he insisted harder.

"It's too late," he grabbed my hand, "let's go." and leads us out the door.

It was dark out and the only thing shining brighter than the street lights was the moon. It was beautiful. My eyes then fell to where our hands met. Dee was holding my hand so firmly in his, it made my heart race. I don't think he realizes that he's been doing it for quite a while. Should I say something?

"Uhm, Dee?"

"What is it?"

"Not to be rude but, I'm not a toddler. You can let go of my hand."

Dee's breath hitched as he whipped his head down to our hands. Letting go immediately, he stuffed both of his hands into his pockets. My hand felt cold in that moment but I did same thing, stuffing my hands under my pits to shelter from the cold air. I think I made things awkward now. Smooth move, (name).