Taking a rest during your Journey, You withdraw a Cell-phone. The screen was shattered from the long fall, but It still worked. There was even a signal. With a slight hesitation, you began scrolling through your contacts. You only had one - and it was Them.
You decide to call Them.
~ Ring, Ring. ~
There's a significant pause of silence, before the next set of rings.
~ Ring, Ring. ~
Somebody on the other end of the phone picked up. You are the first to speak.
* Hey.. It's been a little while.
*
Yeah, It has..The voice on the other end, was significantly timid and static.
* What's up..? I was calling to see how you were doing.
The voice on the other end of the phone didn't answer, for a few seconds.
*
I've been busy..Their reply was safe. Nothing too revealing. Quiet, as well.
* Yeah.
That was your reply, to their equally short answer.
Neither of you spoke for about a minute.
They were the one to break the silence.
*
Life.. That in general has been a toil that I've had to spend a bit of personal time getting used to. I've had to get used to getting used to my new lifestyle.
Their voice was tired sounding. Worn, even, despite their youthful age.
* But you'll be back.. Right?
Your voice was uncertain of what to express. Anger? Sadness? Pity?
*
I'll be back sooner than you think. Don't worry.*
I haven't given up on you yet.Their smile of promise is felt, even through the medium of air-wave audio transmission.
With a gentle warmth stir now seated neatly in your heart, You wish them the best of luck.
~ Click. ~