Stuck in the Woods (Part 2)

The water rushed up the rock covering our legs with ice cold water. We got up and continued to walk forward. By now, it seemed like we have walked forever. There was nothing in sight. The only thing around was some deer and trees. It was getting chilly outside as the day went on.

John: I'm starting to think that the water carried us miles away.

Ty: I think that too.

John: Only if the rapids could carry us back.

Ty: Unfortunally they only carry us one way but I can carry you both.

John: No.

Within a second I scooped him off the ground and it felt like he was as light as a feather. I moved around playfully as we both were laughing and mud was splattering up my pants.

Ty: What about now?

John: Maybe you can carry me for a little bit.

Ty: That’s what I thought.

John: I don’t want to hurt you so tell me when you cannot take it anymore.

Ty: I do not even feel you. You’re weightless. I can carry you until I want to stop.

John: Alright.

I continued to walk through the woods along the water. We talked about past memories and laughed a good bit along with shedding a few tears. While the sun was setting, I looked down to see him sound asleep and I guess that is the end of that conversation. He looked so calm sleeping so I just walked throughout the night. Honestly, I do not know what kept me standing and awake all night because my body was aching all over and I was more tired than anything. As John slowly began to wake up, I slowed down my walk to almost nothing. I actually took a seat in a grassy area a few feet from the water. He sat up with a yawn, looked at me, and laid back down on my chest. I could not help but smile when he looked up at me with a smile and kissed my neck.

John: Is it much later?

Ty: Yeah, the next day to be exact.

John: Thanks, Ty. You need to sleep.

Ty: I will. Actually, I could right here. It is so peaceful and I love it.

John: I know. I enjoy being stuck in the woods.

Ty: Why?

John: I believe it is safer. Yes, our area is safe and all but this location is unknown on the maps. Unknown to anyone but us. It’s quiet and there is no one judging.

Ty: I agree. Not to change the subject but I think I am getting a cold.

John: That changes nothing.

Ty: I just don’t want you to get sick.

John: Thanks but I will be fine.

Ty: I think I do want to sleep for a bit.

John: Lay your head here. It’s now your turn to sleep.

I placed my head on his shoulder and drifted off. I felt light kisses on the top of my head before I fell into a deeper sleep. A little while later, I woke up but did not open my eyes though as I just wanted to listen to the rushing water and the rustling leaves. His chest rose and fell and I felt his warm breathes on my face. Everything was silent but the little things. I slowly open my eyes to see the sun still shinning and John with his hand linked with mine.

Ty: Hello.

John: Hey. You feel better now that you slept?

Ty: Kind of. I still am a bit achy and sore. And my head is slightly pounding.

John: My mother works at a spa so I might be able to help you with one thing but your headache I do not think I can do anything for that.

Ty: Alright.

John: It’s extremely cold.

Ty: Probably because you have no shirt and it is like twenty degrees out here.

John: I also lost my jeans due to the icy water.

Ty: Put your coat on. You cannot help me if you are frozen and I also do not want you frozen.

John: But your warm and I love laying here.

Ty: Then I will get up. I also love to lay here but you are literally going to freeze.

I sat up to fish the jacket out of the bag. Once found, I laid back down and threw the jacket at his face playfully. He sat up, which threw me onto his lap, and put the jacket on. Laying on the grass with him could be nothing but perfect.

John: Thanks. My turn to help you. Take off you jacket.

I did what he said and also rolled over as I have done this before. He sat on top of me and began to knead my back. If his mother did not disown him, he could easily take over her job as I think he is doing better and is growing in knowledge. As I sat up, John started to mess around with some knot he found in my shoulder. We laid back down as we just decided that we will continue in the morning. There is no rush to get back.

Ty: Now part of my upper half feels better. Thanks.

John: Not a problem. Can I do something to your hand?

Ty: I mean you already have both so sure.

He started to massage my hand which made it feel a bit better. I started to have a small coughing fit the made it hard for me to breathe. Soon enough, it stopped and I was able to lay back down.

John: You hungry? I think I have some granola bars in the bag.

Ty: Nah.

John: You know I think we should continue to walk towards home. I love this spot and all but it is very cold.

Ty: I agree. You can eat your granola bar while we walk.

John: Can we come back sometime?

Ty: Absolutely.

Turns out we only had to walk another two hours to get back. As we really do not have a shower, John heated up some water and we both cleaned ourselves. Then we just slept on our comfortable bed. Over the next week my health deteriorated. I was not eating a thing, every five minutes I would have a serious coughing fit, my chest had sharp pains, and I had a fever. My skin looked sickly and felt clammy. My weight was dropping as I had not eaten anything in a week. With some serious thinking and talking John and I decided it would be best for me to go back to my parents to try and get medical help. I would have to lie a lot to tell them that I made the wrong decision. As soon as I get better, I will escape again and come back here.

Ty: Remember I have to lie, do not listen to anything I say.

John: I know that. Leave the ladder there so I can visit you tomorrow on Christmas. And we can celebrate together when you get back.

Ty: Okay.

John: Come on, I will walk you over.

He kissed my forehead and we slowly began walking to the house.