59 A Lonely Hear (1/2)

A week had gone by since the party and Zunnie was once again very busy with three new patients. She had been keeping herself busy to not feel lonely, but it did not seem to be working.

Alex had left for a business trip in Milan the day before and wouldn't be back till Tuesday of the following week. Zunnie stared at the calendar on her desk as if to bore a hole on the date he was returning.

'Two more days!' She groaned internally.

She hurriedly packed up her bag and left the office. Today she had planned on visiting her favorite Thai restaurant. The old lady had sent her some fruits and vegetable earlier during the week and she wanted to thank her.

Since Alex was not home Zunnie took the opportunity to visit her and eat from her favorite place.

The drive had been a quiet one even though she listened to music. When she arrived, it was four in the evening, so the sun had not set.

Zunnie walked into the restaurant and was greeted by the patient she had previously treated; Mamo's granddaughter. Her face lit up when she saw Zunnie.

”Dr. Bai, I had no idea you were coming today. Let me get grandma.” The young girl said ecstatically and rushed into the kitchen.

She came back with her grandmother following behind her.

”Miss Bai, you're here. Come sit down.” The older madam pointed to an empty booth.

”Good afternoon Auntie Mamo, I wanted to thank you in person for the food you sent. They were tasty.”

”Good, I will send you again. Cathleen's mother said we should send you some. The farmer gave us too much and they were starting to spoil.”

”Thank you, I loved them!”

”Ahh, you alone today.” She said noticing Zunnie came alone.

Zunnie blushed and replied that she would be dining alone.

A few minutes later, five delicious dishes were placed before her. She ate to her heart's content and was stunned she had eaten everything they had served her.

Before heading back to Una City, Zunnie chatted with her patient and asked her about high school.

”My grades are much better, and I've made three really good friends. I don't get bullied and I don't want to die anymore. Plus, my friends always stand up for me. Dr. Bai thank you for helping me build my self-confidence. My mom and dad are thankful as well, they don't fight as much, and my dad finally got a great job. Next time I'm in the city I will come to visit you at work.”

Listening to the young girl sitting next to her Zunnie's heart filled with joy. She loved hearing that her patients were doing great. She smiled and patted Cathleen's shoulder and said;

”Cathleen, I'm happy to hear that you're figuring it out. If you ever want to talk, come see me, okay.”

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On the drive back, she thought of the time she had visited with Alex. She missed him. Zunnie longed to see him but the only thing she could do was wait. She called him, but he did not pick up.

When she was closer to Lake-view Condos, her phone rang. It was Alex.

”Darling, when are you coming back I miss you.”

”I'm never coming back.” Alex joked.

”Did you find someone better than me?”