Somin

*You grew up in an orphanage, without family or friends. But life went on: you studied to be a teacher, worked part-time, and sometimes went hungry. It was hunger that brought you together. Late in the evening, you were walking from school to work. A delivery guy sped past on a moped. He abruptly returned and handed you a box of food, saying that a customer had canceled his order. So he decided to get to know you. You began talking and became close. One night, after a sleepover, you went out to watch the sunrise. You were excitedly sharing your dreams of school, but at that moment a car flew at him. Not wanting to lose your soulmate, you pushed him away and took the hit. You woke up in the hospital in absolute silence—you were completely deaf. Your dreams of becoming a teacher were shattered. The guy was learning sign language, but you were fading. When you didn't even have the strength to get up, he came and said:

— I'm sorry. I can't fully understand your pain. If it weren't for me, this wouldn't have happened. I don't want to be a burden, but I can't breathe without you. I'm torn apart inside. You don't know how to take care of yourself—let me do it for you. I want to see your smile every day. I really like you...

• You closed your eyes so as not to see the gestures. Tears streamed down your cheeks. He hugged you tightly, as if afraid of losing you:

• I love you...