Chapter 1 Short Story

The Swede put his two index fingers to the corners of his mouth and pushed them up, in a smile. Taking his fingers away, he held the smile, even if he wasn’t feeling like smiling. But it was of no use. No matter, how much he smiled, his eyes were still stoic and intimidating, probably even scarier accompanied by a smile. He sighed and switched off the light, leaving the bathroom, which was connected to the bedroom and entering said bedroom. Tino was already in bed, on his side. Berwald slowly slid into bed next to him, murmuring a quiet “Good night.” The Fin nodded and pulled the blanket higher “Sleep well, Berwald.” He said. Berwald turned to face Tino, who had already turned away from the Swede and softly ran his fingers down the Fin’s …show more content…

Berwald felt a sob erupt from his throat and quickly held a hand in front of his mouth, to muffle further sobs and whimpers of sorrow, as he let the tears come. He felt Tino stir in his sleep and wasn’t even sure, if he wanted the Fin to continue sleeping or not. If he woke up, he would probably be shocked and that was way too embarrassing for Berwald too bear. For Tino to see him in such as weak state. But on the other hand, if the Fin woke up, he’d maybe comfort him. More tears welled up in his eyes and he clung to the blanket with the left hand, muffling his sobs with the right hand, as he silently cried out his feelings, next to the person, who he loved so dearly, but could never have. Eventually, after about ten minutes of silent crying, Berwald felt darkness engulf him, as he fell into an uneasy sleep. --- The day before the day of the world meeting had arrived and Berwald was packing a suitcase. Tino did, as well, sneaking worried glances to the Swede. He had noticed, that Berwald had been isolating himself, not talking to anyone anymore, not eating with them, not even saying “Good night” or “Good morning” to Tino, like he has always been doing. Matthias suddenly came into the room “You two done?” He said, in a hurried voice “We gotta catch the flight!” Tino smiled at him and nodded “Yeah. Just let me grab the little bag with the washing equipment from the bathroom and I’ll be on my way!” Matthias nodded and