Chapter 82 - Mom? (1/2)

Lena did not know what to do. She poked Kris on the shoulder and then slapped his back really hard.

”Hmm… he's really dead.” Lena was deciding if she should leave him here or drag him to her apartment. Since he was unconscious, she was sure he would not know that she moved him. She'll make sure to tell him that James moved him instead.

Lena put her bag down and get into the position to drag Kris across the hallway to her door. She was somewhat enjoying doing this. It was like practicing dragging a dead body.

She got to the door and opened it with her keys. She dragged Kris just enough so she could close the door. She went to lock the door but suddenly something pulled her hand.

Kris slammed shut the door. With his left hand, he held down Lena's right wrist. Kris pushed Lena against the door and choked her with his right hand.

”Kris…?” Lena cough. ”KRIS!”

He was very strong. He was pushing her weight higher off the floor. Lena stared straight into his eyes and saw nothing. It was like he was not even there. 'Is he sleepwalking?'

Lena used her free hand and raised it to hold onto Kris's hand that was chocking her. She scratched it deep with her nails but his eyes were still the same. It was blank. The pain was not affecting him at all.

Kris used more pressure on her and her entire legs went up in the air. Lena choked hard. She moved her legs to kick Kris and she abruptly put her left hand gently on his cheeks.

He felt that cold hand on his face. He blinked once to stare at Lena and twice to loosen the choke. Lena's feet were back on the ground and she took several deep breaths. His hand was still on her neck and her hand on his cheek.

”Mom,” Kris spoke softly. It was the most sincere and caring voice that Lena had heard. It was the voice a young child would call for when they woke up from a nightmare. She similarly has done that with James.

”Mom?” Lena replied back. She saw that his eyes were different. They were more alive and soft like a child. Lena swallowed. ”Um… my son?”

”Mom.” Kris suddenly stopped and went for a big hug. He picked Lena up from the floor. Her back was still against the door and he settled his head on her shoulder area.

”Oh..oh..” Lena was confused big time. She just stood quietly and made no movement, hoping that it will pass. After what felt like 10 minutes, they were still in the same position.

His arms were fully around her waist and he was embracing her completely with his head resting on her.

”Um.. son?” Lena spoke.

”Mhm..”