Chapter 36: Reminiscence: He's Gone

"Are you sure about this, Lia? I mean, I could ask somebody to fill in–"

"No. There's only one person that deserves that spot, Rue. It's only her. No one else."

"I know that, love. But, it's been a year since you last saw her. I also went my way to search for her tracks but she just…disappeared." I shut my eyes tightly, remembering my last encounter with her. Certainly. It has already been a year since my last conversation with her. Back at that busy cafe, we always frequented before.

My deaf best friend…

"The wedding is in 3 days, Lia. I'm sure I could find someone to–" With a careful tone, Rue tried to persuade me once more yet I just shook my head.

I understand his sentiments, but that day will be the most important day of my life. And I want the most important people to be there to witness it.

"No, Rue. It's either her or no one else. She's–one of the rare few I know among the crowd. My best friend. I don't care if there's no bridesmaids or anything. However, only she is fitting t