*Y/N's P.O.V.*

One thing is for sure now, it's not an easy day at the emergency room.

Technically, there's no easy day inside an emergency room, but today is a little more heartbreaking. Four patients having that god-awful disease had already been admitted and their condition was at its worse. We tried everything we could, we also resorted to the surgical procedure...yet we still failed to save them. I always hate it when that happens.

People at the hospital says it's not our fault...that we're doing our best...that it's just already too late for them, that it was the patients' choice to stay like that, but somehow I find that hard to believe. I want to be able to do something, but sadly, there's still no cure to this disease that makes every flowers' image a depressing one.

After 10 long hours, my shift has already ended. I am a senior EMT at this hospital and I've been doing these for 2 years now yet I still can't seem to get this grim feeling off of me whenever we failed to save someone, most especially to that sickness. I have no idea why I hate that so much, but maybe it's because of its unknown origins. It just popped up one day and have already killed a lot of people that haven't done anything wrong. It's unfortunate, really really unfortunate.

I decided to finally leave the vicinity to get some fresh air and rest, I badly need those now. But before I could even get to my car, I saw a familiar face waiting for me by the entrance of the hospital.

"Hey, Patrick. What are you doing here?" I asked my long-time best friend who, I think, has been waiting for me for minutes now.

"I just wanted to drop by and say hi. Maybe grab some food or something? But it seems I came on a wrong day--

"No, no. I actually need some company. This day was...heavy. I need to take my mind off of things, so...if you're still up for it, let's go?" I said, really appreciating the fact that he's here. Patrick smiled cheerfully as he nods.

"Great. Let's go then," he said.

We went to my car and decided where we can have a dinner. This is really something we usually do. Patrick and I have been friends for a really really long time and I consider him as the person who knows me the most on this planet. I honestly trust him with my whole life and I think it's the same thing for him too. He's just one of the most genuine, kind, and funny person one can meet and I'm lucky to have him this close to me.

As always, he asked me about my day and I opened up to him. I told him how this day went and I felt bad that I dragged him into my gloomy mood too. It's obvious that he and I have the same resentment to that sickness and hearing my day wasn't really a big help. 

"You know, I'm really amazed how you're able to stay as an EMT after all these experiences. It shows how strong you are. I know its really hard for you, but for you to still stay there, it tells a lot about you, Y/N," Patrick said, "I really admire you for that," he added, making me smile.

"Well, my urge of wanting to help is more powerful, I guess? Maybe it's also the passion working," I answered, "Enough about me. How are you? How's the band?" I asked, trying to shift the topic away from my work.

"We're doing better and better. We have a lot of gigs scheduled for the next few months and the others are excited as I am. We're also working on new songs and it's just been a blast, honestly. I wish you were there to see us work our music sometimes," he said.

"Oh please, I'll just be a bother because I won't stop talking about how I adore your soulful voice," I said while chuckling. It's only been a year since he and his other three friends formed a band, but they are already making a name in the industry. I really am proud of them and I can see how happy he is with his achievements.

"Y/N, I wanted to be the drummer. You're just one of the few people that believes I can own the stage with my voice," Patrick said.

"Well, buddy? Soon enough there will be millions of us who'll say you have a soulful voice. Come on, trust me on that, Stumph," I said. 

We continued to have this chat while having a dinner outside and I'm really thankful that he came today, I got the chance to keep my mind off my work even just for a little while.

"Hey, by the way, I have these tickets to Disney World. If you're free anytime this week, let's go? I think we both need a piece of this happiest place in the world," Patrick said while holding up the tickets.

"Are you serious? Of course, I would love to!" I said excitedly like I was a kid, "But, are you sure you're bringing me? Don't you have any --

"Oh come on, I don't have anyone, Y/N. I only have two tickets, it would be unfair to pick from the other three dudes in my band so I just decided to invite you. Besides, I know you love amusement parks, this ticket will be worth it if I bring you," he stated.

"Well then, count me in. I will never say no to that."

~~~Few Days Later~~~

"You ready to have fun in the happiest place in the world?" Patrick asked me the moment we walked inside the grounds of Disney World. I can already feel that this place has awakened my childhood and now she's just so excited and wants to be let loose.

"Already way ahead of you," I said with a huge smile while already admiring all the attraction.

I'm glad that Patrick seems to be enjoying too. He's also an excited kid at heart and I can see that now. We just got here but we're already full of positive energy and laughter. The nostalgia that this place gives also makes us remember both of our childhoods which we also shared. 

It's so refreshing to do something like this again, especially with someone really close to you. There's no second of dead air between us now, I really enjoy being with this guy.

"You really look cute with that Mickey Ears Headband," I teased him. I just bought him this headband which he first disliked but now he's just wearing it with no sweat.

"Well, I didn't want you to be the only one wearing something like this. Besides, Minnie should be with Mickey," he said playfully while pointing at the Minnie Ears headband on my head.

We took a lot of wacky pictures there, just letting our crazy child-like attitude roll. We also tried a lot of the rides which Patrick really didn't like since his tolerance to extreme rides isn't that high. We're just lucky he's still up and running even after the few ones that we tried. 

"Honestly, I should be feeling tired right now but I think the amount of sugar from those ice creams and candies that we ate has made me numb," Patrick stated, making me laugh.

"Same," I murmured as I look down on my watch. We've been here for six hours now and he's right, we should be tired, but the adrenaline rush is still going. And I think it's because we're enjoying too, "I really missed being like this, being just a kid who enjoys life with no problems," I suddenly murmured. I'm thinking out loud again.

"Stop that, Y/N! You sound so old," Patrick said while chuckling. He even messed my hair a little, "We can't stop growing up, we just have to deal with it. Just look on the bright side, we're still best friends and doing stupid things together. At least, that didn't change and it will never change," he continued, giving me that wonderful smile of his.

He's right...At least, that didn't change.

~~~ Short Time Skip ~~~

"Thanks for bringing me here, Patrick. I really enjoyed the day. And I have to admit, I missed hanging out with you like this too," I told my best friend as we wait out in front of the castle, waiting for the fireworks display.

"It's my pleasure, princess," he said playfully because now I'm wearing a tiara headband, "And yeah, I guess we're really busy with our lives now. But I'm happy we got the time today," he continued, putting his arms over my shoulder.

Suddenly I felt my cheeks burn and my chest tightening a little, it was a weird sensation but I didn't mind it that much. I just want to enjoy this moment.

"Y/N? Is that you?" Suddenly, a familiar curly-haired girl emerged from the crowd to my right. I didn't realize who it was at first, but the moment I was able to see her fully, I smiled widely at her.

"Elisa! Hey, cous'! It's been a while!" I greeted her, immediately walking to her and hugging her.

"Yeah, it was. Can't believe from out of all the places, I'll be seeing you here!" she said. Elisa is my cousin, the closest one to me, but unfortunately we live cities away from each other. This is actually the first time in a long time I've seen her.

"Oh, this is Patrick. He's that best friend of mine that I always mention," I said, introducing him to Elisa, "Patrick, this is Elisa. She's my cousin that I always tell you about," I said.

"Hey, it's great to finally meet you. Y/N has said a lot of great things about you," Patrick said, lending a hand out to Elisa.

"Same for your case. She mentions you most of the time," Elisa said with a cheeky smile while looking at me. They both shake hands and again, the sensation on my cheeks and chest came back for a second.

"Who are you with?" I asked her.

"I was with my friends but they have to leave early so I'm the only one left. I wanted to stay till the fireworks, I've actually never seen a Disney Fireworks Display," she answered.

"Well, feel free to join us. We're just waiting for it to start too," Patrick told her.

I started to catch up with my cousin, asking her how she's been and all that. I also just found out that she's staying in my current hometown city for a job she's currently doing and I've never been so excited to hear such news. Elisa seemed excited too and she actually wanted to surprise me there.

Patrick was engaged in the conversation too and I feel like they know each other now. It's true that I often mention them to each other, I just didn't expect that we'd be talking here at the same time. But I'm glad that they were able to finally meet.

"Just like the old time, cous. It'll be you and me," she said excitedly.

Finally, the long-awaited fireworks display started and we were captivated. My child-like heart is so delighted with the sights.

As I was enjoying watching, my phone suddenly began to vibrate. I took it out of my pocket to see who was calling and I saw that it was work. I answered it and they quickly said that I was needed at the hospital due to the surge of patients. I confirmed and immediately hung up.

"Hey, everything okay?" Patrick asked worriedly.

"It's work...I'm sorry, Patrick, but I badly need to go," I said, guilt probably showing through my eyes.

"You don't have to say sorry, Y/N. Go, your expertise are needed there. Besides, we already had the whole day," he said while smiling.

"You're going already?" Elisa asked.

"Yeah, I'll catch up with you guys soon. I promise. Give me a call, cous, so I can visit your place, alright?" I said while hugging her.

"Of course, take care, okay?" she told me, she's pretty bummed to see me going but I really can't ignore that call.

"Bye, Patrick. Thank you, let's do this again soon!" I told Patrick, also giving him a hug.

"Already planning it! Don't forget to rest, okay? See you again soon," he murmured.

I waved them a final goodbye before exiting the grounds and hurrying to my car. For some reason, even if I didn't run, my chest feels like it's getting squeezed again.

I coughed a little, finding it a little painful. It must be the effect of the ice cream, candies and shouting that I did earlier. I have weak lungs anyways, I just need to counter this with a cough syrup immediately.

After making that mental note, I made it to my car and quickly started the engine. I removed all the accesories we bought from inside before driving to the hospital...it's time to go back to my reality again.

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A/N: Let's have a little mystery vibe to this for now.
Well, I hope you enjoyed reading!
This will be the first mini fanfic on this book, so I hope I got your attention.

THANKS FOR READING!