“Burn those who burned me!” Chapter 93

***Graceland’s POV:***

When I walked into the breakfast room, Marla and Theo were already up having coffee. Both greeted me cheerfully as I walked into the room, a far cry difference from the Rochesters.

*“Good morning my dear. I trust your first night here was peaceful.”*

*“It certainly was! I don’t think I’ve slept that peacefully in a long time. Thank you both so much.”*

Marla gently grabbed my hand smiling.

*“It’s our pleasure. I hope you know how much you mean to this family and how happy we are to have you here.”*

I could feel my eyes betraying me as the tears slid down my cheek. Marla handed me a napkin to wipe my eyes.

*“Have some breakfast.”*

She walked me over to the breakfast bar. My original plan was to just have an orange juice and bagel, but the food looked so delicious, my stomach grumbled in disagreement with my choice. I sat back at the table had breakfast with my in-laws. As we were chatting, Kayla came into the room.

*“Good morning everyone.”*

She yawned as she made her way to the breakfast bar. After making her plate, she sat beside me and leaned her head on my shoulder. I smiled joyfully, I’d never had any real siblings, it felt good having such an adorable little sister.

*“So! What do you plan on doing today Gracie?”*

I smiled slightly at Marla for a moment before turning to Kayla.

*“I’m actually going to head to the hospital today. I have a special story to share with Kai.”*

Kayla glanced me with a puzzled expression while Marla smiled warmly.

*“I’m sure my son is going to love whatever that story is.”*

Theo spoke with a warmth in voice, I concluded Marla must’ve told him about the song. I smiled at my new family, eager to see if I could bring them some true joy.

I decided to wear an ocean blue summer dress today, letting my hair out of the fish braid from yesterday, my thick hair was now wavy. I decided to let it stay out wearing a headband to make sure my face stayed clear.

I arrived at the hospital at 10:37am with my violin and speaker. Today I would play my love letter for Kai. Marla informed me they would all be arriving soon as well. I pulled a stool up next to his bed, he looked so peaceful, I almost felt guilty about the possibility of waking him. Shaking those thoughts immediately out of my mind, I’d concluded my husband-to-be had slept long enough.

*“Good morning Kai. I hope that you’ve rested well and that your dreams have been beautiful. I want play something for you today. And if you like it, you can wake up and tell me.”*

I smiled lightly as I opened my violin case. I checked my strings to make sure they were tightened and rosined my bow. I then pressed play on the speaker I brought with me, as the piano music began, I waited for my cue to begin playing. On cue, my hands began to glide across the violin strings as the music blended beautifully together.

*‘I hope this will work. Kai, please wake for me.’*

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***Marla’s POV:***

Me, Theo, Teddy, and Kayla arrived at the hospital about 20 minutes after Gracie. My heart was pounding fast as we made our way to Kai’s suite. Last night, I’d told Theo about the piano piece she composed.

*“I think she’s going to use her music to help Kai wake up!”*

I smiled brightly at Theo, true hope in my eyes for the first time.

Theo smiled lightly though it didn’t reach his eyes. I knew he was skeptical about whether it would work.

*“Do you really think it will work? I mean, we’ve tried music therapy before and it…”*

*“It wasn’t HER music!”*

I cut Theo off before he could finish. It was true, we’d tried music therapy in the past with no results. But something in my heart told me this time would be different. Theo didn’t understand, he’d never heard her play before. He just needed to hear Gracie play and he would have faith as well.

We arrived at his suite right as Gracie was about to begin playing. I held my hand out to stop them all from walking into the room. I quietly pulled the door open, I didn’t want to disturb her, suddenly, like an ocean breeze, Gracie began to play her violin alongside the piano piece she composed last night. Our hearts nearly stopped as we listened, the music was so beautiful. Kai would surlily wake up, he’s been longing to hear his angel for so many years.

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***Kai’s POV:***

As I continued to sleep, I could feel my dreams changing at rapid speed. I wasn’t sure how long I’d been asleep, but it felt as if I hadn’t seen my family in years. When I turned around, I realized I was in a field of roses. In the middle stood an older woman, she smiled at me lovingly as she walked towards me. I knew I had seen this woman before, though I couldn’t remember from where or when.

Finally reaching me, she gently took my hand into hers.

*“Well, I can see why she was enamored with you. Please treat my daughter well. She’s waited a long time for you.”*

What????

I was totally confused. As she let go of my hand, she began to disappear. Panicking, I began to call out.

*“Wait!! Who are you talking about?! Please don’t go!!”*

*“Follow the music.”*

The music?? What Mus-

At that moment, I could hear the most beautiful music playing. My heart began to race, why did that music feel so familiar? I began to walk in its direction, as the music became louder, my heart fluttered more. I know this music but why! Suddenly, I could feel butterflies in my stomach.

It couldn’t be!!! Wait!!!! Is it her!!!! She’s here!!!

I could feel my feet begin to run as the music grew louder.

*“I’m coming Gracie!!!”*

I finally called out her name as my heart pounded against my chest, suddenly, there was bright light!

*“Kai….Kai can you hear me?”*

I could hear muffled sounds as my eyes struggled to adjust to the bright lights. As the sound became clearer, I could hear a bunch of people talking around me.

*“Kai! Honey! It’s mommy! Can you hear me!”*

Mom?

*“Somebody get the doctors in here now!!! My son has awakened!!!”*

Dad?

No, wait, where did she go??? Gracie!!! I struggled to move, my body betraying me as I tried to sit up.

*“Don’t move son!”*

I could hear my dad panicking. Where is she??? I know I heard her voice!!!

Finally, as my eyes adjusted, I scanned the room quickly and then….there she was. Though I hadn’t seen her since we were children, I recognized that smile instantly as the tears streamed down her face.

Gracie. I finally found you, my violin angel.