/Flashback/
Gulf is in a place that seemed like a private one. It was a beach. He looks around trying to find familiar faces when suddenly he heard a cry. He followed the voice and found a boy hugging his knees. He walks towards the kid slowly. He was shocked to see the kid's face when he looks at him.
He was a younger version of him. He's about to touch the kid when he heard someone.
"Kana, where are you, son?" The voice is somehow familiar and it brings warmth to his heart. The kid stands up and runs towards the voice.
"Mommy~"
"Oh, my baby. Why did you run? What if mommy didn't find you?" The mother pouts. Then the kid cupped his mother's face who is blurry and peppered her with kisses.
The sight was touching. Then, the woman looks up to him, and at that moment, the surroundings changed and turned from his point of view. They are hiding behind a big tree. He was crying.
"Shh, don't cry, son. I and your Dada will not let them hurt you," The woman said. Her face is clearer now and she's beautiful.
She positioned herself in defense when they heard someone is approaching.
"Dada!" the kid cried out.
"Honey" her mother exclaimed. The man hugged them both.
"Don't cry, baby boy. Kana is a big boy, right?" The man said cooing his son.
"Eung! Kana is a big boy but Kana is scared, Dada," The boy said trying not to cry.
"Sir, they are getting closer." A man said. His voice is really familiar to Gulf.
"Alvic, I need you to take my wife and son somewhere safe." his dad said.
"No, honey. I won't leave you alone." The wife argued.
"Listen to me, hun-
"I said no! Till death do us part, remember? Alvic, please take Kana away. Make sure he's safe and hidden, please." She begged. Her husband can't do anything. They kissed and hugged their son for the last time. The young Kana is crying looking at his parents. He's stretching his hands to reach them. All he can see were the crying faces of his parents.
/Flashback ends/
"Mommy!" Gulf screamed waking up from his dream. He is panting hard. Miko rushed to his side rubbing his back.
"Hey bud, it's okay. It's just a dream," He said calming him. Brent and Will came, hearing the scream.
"What happened?" Brent asked.
"Nightmare," Miko answered. Will handed Gulf a glass of water.
"You okay now?" Will asked. Gulf nodded and mumbled a thank you. He took deep breaths and then he noticed that he is in his room in their house.
"Mama" he remembered. "Where is she? She's okay, right?" Gulf is starting to have another breakdown.
His friends can't do anything but be there for him. "Gul-
"No, Miko. She's alive. She's not d-dead. It's just a dream," he choked on his sobs. Miko hugs him.
"Miko, mama is gone. Why? Why they always left me? First, it was Nat. Then Papa. Now my mama. Why? What did I do? Am I a bad-
"No, Gulf! Don't say that. You are nothing but a good son. So, stop it!" Brent yelled at him.
"Babe-
"No, Will. He needs to understand that it's not his fault," Brent said.
"Guppie, look at me. Brent is right. It's not your fault. You are the most loving son we have ever met. All the sacrifices you've done for her are the proofs," Miko said cupping his face.
"But why now? When she called me by my name, since Nat's passing? Why now? When she finally acknowledged me as me? W-why?" he asked crying.
"We don't know too. But I guess this can help you," Miko said handing a key to him.
"What's this?" he asked reaching for it with his trembling hand.
"The nurse gave it to us when you fainted. She said auntie wants you to have it," Miko answered.
"Do you have any idea what key is that for?" asked Will.
Gulf is staring at it. "It's for the treasure box in her drawer," he answered.
"Great. But you need to eat first before you check it," Brent told him.
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The boys agreed to stay with Gulf. They went to the spare rooms while Gulf went to his Mama's room.
He felt his chest tightens entering the room. He slowly approached the bed and sits on it. He took out the key from his pocket. He stands up and opened the drawer.
He took the treasure box and went back to the bed putting it down. He inhaled deeply before opening the box. There he found a letter and with courage, he opened it.
My dear Gulf,
By the time this letter fell into your hands, it only means that I already left this world.
I am very sorry for all the heartaches that I caused you. It's not your fault that Nattalie died but I, I put the blame on you. I'm sorry that you didn't get to enjoy your life because of me. I'm sorry that because of my mental health, you were forced to be someone you're not.
Son, there are many things that you need to learn. But first of all, I want you to know that I love you very much and whatever you will learn after reading this letter, know that nothing of it was your fault. You are just a victim of this cruel world.
Gulf is confused about what his Mama is trying to tell him but he continues reading.
Gulf, you are not who you think you are. I know this might confuse you but you deserve to know everything about who you are. The real you.
You are not born as Gulf Lewis. Nattalie is not your twin. You are Kanatha Trion. You are the son of Derek and Alice Trion. You are their only child. The child, that needs to be hidden and protected. Your papa, Alvic, that's his real name, was your parents' trusted man. They asked him to hide you and to keep you safe.
Some people were and maybe still after your real family. The thing is, your family is involved in with mafia. Your grandfather is the leader of the biggest and most feared among the mafias. But your father doesn't want to involve you in that kind of world. He and your mother wanted you to have a normal family life that's why they left. But the enemies still targeted your small family.
Gulf's head starts aching and images flash in his mind even the scene in his dream. Despite his aching head, he continues reading.
Your parents might be dead or not. I don't know about it. But Gulf, you must not tell this to anyone. You can look for it if you want but be discreet about it. We don't know if there are still bad people looking for you. Inside the box, there is a necklace. It's yours. You and your parents are the only people who have this kind of necklace. For it was personally designed by your mother.
Gulf took the necklace out. It was beautiful. It's like a compass. The necklace is white gold. There's something engraved at the back. It's his real name's initials 'KT', he continues reading.
Don't let anyone see it. You can use it to prove your identity if you decided to look for your grandfather. But like I said, be discreet. This is all I know about your family. You might forget about them because of trauma. But I know, your heart will help you remember them and I wish that you find your family and be happy.
Guppie, once again, I am deeply sorry. I also wanted to thank you for loving me unconditionally that you chose to be someone else for my sake. But now that I am gone, you are free my son. You are free to be who you are. And don't blame yourself for anything that happened. I am to blame. I am weak to fight my illness and made you suffer.
I love you like my own but I failed to show it to you. You don't have to worry about mama. I will be with Nattalie and your papa Vic. We will be watching over you. Whatever storm you encounter, know that we are here for you. Maybe not in physical but in your heart. If it rains, you can think that it was us telling you that we miss you. With every touch of the wind to your skin, think that it's us hugging you. We are just here for you, son.
Be strong, my son. You are not alone. Be free and live your life the way you want it. You deserve happiness, so find it. Find someone who will be there for you every time. It doesn't matter who. If he or she makes you happy and feel complete, hold on to him or her.
I love you, son,
Mama
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Gulf finished reading the letter and just blankly staring at the wall. His tears are free falling. Right at that moment, his mind doesn't know what to think. His heart doesn't know what to feel. He has a lot to absorb. Standing from the bed, he went back to his room and keep the box safe in his cabinet. He then lie down on his bed and fell asleep. His body just gave up because of exhaustion.
His sleep is filled with lots of his childhood memories. Even in his sleep, he is crying. Morning came and he's already feeling drained after waking up. His friends already called their school to apply leave of absence for him even for just a couple of days. They approved it knowing his situation.
After staring at nothing for quite some time, Gulf got up and went to the bathroom not closing it, and just took something and did something that he never thought he will do...
taking his own life.Miko is preparing breakfast with the help of Brent and Will. They are talking about May's funeral when they heard a loud thud. They stopped whatever they are doing and look at each other. "Oh, my! "Fuck!" "Gulf!" They all yelled at the same time. They run upstairs to Gulf's bedroom. Gulf is not there so they check the bathroom and to their horror, they saw their friend lying down lifeless with his blood. Miko and Will paled and frozen to where they are standing. Brent is the one who runs towards him. "Fuck, Gulf! What did you do?!" Brent said while covering the cut with a hand towel.
It was midnight but Gulf is awake. He is just lying down staring at the ceiling. 'Why is my life like this? All my life, I thought my family was my real family. My twin is not my twin and then my parents... Tears start flowing at the side of his eyes. '...and those dreams, those faces. Are they my real parents? But where are they now? Are they still alive or? *sobs*Gulf can't hold it anymore and starts crying harder. His friends woke up due to his loud cries. "Shit! Gulf!" Miko runs to him followed by the two. "Are you okay?" Will asked.
"Gulf!"Shion's voice stopped him."Gulf!" The three yelled.Gulf fainted. Shion carried him and when they try to follow, Shion stopped them."You're not coming. I'm taking him with me,""You can't do that!'" Brent yelled trying to get Gulf but Shion's men blocked them."I will not let him stay with people who are lying to him from the start," he told them. Brent scoffed."And you're not?" He mocked the don. But Shion smirked only."He knew who I am. You
/Flashback/ One fine day little Kana is playing in the garden.It was beautiful. Then he heard his Mommy's voice calling him. "Kana dear, look who's here" The young boy look behind him and saw two people. His favorite person with an older boy. "Mama Lia!" The little boy runs towards them and hugs his Mama Lia but when he's about to hug the other boy, the older boy moved away. "Big bwader doesn't want Kana's hug?" Kana asked sadly. "Shion, what's wrong? Kana is just greeting you," his Mama Lia said to the boy name
Gulf came back and Lia welcomes him with a tight hug. "I missed you!" Lia said making him giggle. "Mama, I was just out for a couple of hours," Gulf said. "I don't care," Lia said clinging to him. Then she noticed the two new faces. She detached herself from Gulf. "Oh, Mama, they are my best friends, brothers rather," Gulf said. "Oh? Are they..." she trailed off pointing at them while looking at Gulf. "Yes, Mama. But they chose me," Gulf said a little teary. Lia cupped his cheek before facing the two.
"Ah! F-fuck! M-Mew! Hnngg~. Be gentle, please," Gulf pleaded. "Endure it," Mew answered. "Ack! Mhhmp~," Gulf whimpered when Mew puts more pressure. "This is what you get. Who told you to train the whole day on your day-off?" Mew scolded him. Gulf is lying on his stomach receiving a massage from the older guy. "It's your fault," Gulf said pouting. "Oh? How is it my fault?" asked Mew. "You should be the one to train me. Luke is so harsh,"
With that being said, the two elders gasped. They are not sure if they heard it right or their ears are playing them. "A-are y-you saying that- "Yes, Nana. Kana is home,"Shion confirmed. "Oh, my," She covered her mouth and cry. Her little grandson is alive and back. Mr.Nakor is in tears too knowing about the news. They are waiting for so many years. Searching and hoping that the child is alive and well somewhere. Shion went to Mrs.Park and console her. "Tell me, where is he? Is he well? Healthy? He's not sick right? Oh, my poor child. He must've suffered
Gulf called Mew's name a few times but to no avail. "Shiton!" "Huh?" Mew snapped back to reality. "I've been calling you for quite some time and you're not responding. Just standing there like an idiot," Gulf said suppressing his laugh. Mew cleared his throat and hurriedly went to the bathroom. Gulf followed his movements with his eyes and burst out laughing when the bathroom door closes. "I'm going downstairs, Mr. Shit-on!" Gulf yelled teasingly. Mew on the other hand is facing the mirror with his hands gripping the countertop of th