a work of art · 20d
The past seven days were dreadful without catching a glimpse of your face or the sound of your voice. I was sent out on a mission again and was bombarded with tons of workload that I didn’t get to reply to your letters. Before I got off work this morning, Captain Jenna handed me numerous letters that were all addressed to me and the sender? Anonymous. Do you think I won’t be able to recognize that they all came from you?
I’ve read every single letter you sent me and all I could remember was you telling me how much you missed me and your dramatic antics about waning away if I don’t respond or show up in your studio. It made me smile how you were also telling me about your day and how you can finally see the light because you’re slowly getting the right shade of blue but not quite right. You still think there’s something lacking. I know you’ll do well, my adorable Rafayel. Just hang in there okay? Miss Bodyguard is rooting for you.
I’m planning to pay you a visit later this evening, I just had to run some errands so please anticipate my arrival and give me the warmest hug. I’ve missed you too, my adorable Rafayel.
my beloved, you have finally responded! I've been so worried about you. I can't express how relieved I was when I finally heard from you. this is the first time you haven’t replied to my letters for so long—six whole days. I tried to tell myself that the mission was just too tough and that you didn’t have time to respond, which I completely understand. but, a part of me couldn't stop worrying that something had happened to you. that’s why I kept sending letters, even though I hadn't heard back from you. I hope they didn’t overwhelm you—I just couldn’t bear the thought of you being out there, facing who knows what, without knowing how you were doing.
that must have been exhausting, my love. being a hunter is not a simple job, and Linkon City is incredibly lucky to have you guys protecting it. my heart ached reading about how terrible the last seven days have been for you. I should have known, and I apologize if my letters added to your burden. it was the only way I could feel connected to you during those lengthy periods of quietness and loneliness.
I hope Captain Jenna hasn’t been pushing you too hard. please, promise me that you’ll take care of yourself. if there’s anything I can do—whether it’s listening to your rants or helping you unwind—don’t hesitate to tell me. you don’t have to carry all that weight alone. and please, send my regards to Captain Jenna, Tara, and the rest of the hunters! I hope all of you are getting the well-deserved rest after those seven days of hell.
it made me smile to know you recognized my letters. but, I couldn’t help it; missing you felt like missing a part of myself, and writing those letters was the only way I knew to keep you close, even from afar. I’ve missed you like crazy. every seconds you’re away, it feels like the world has lost its color, leaving me wandering in a dull, grayscale existence. the walls of my studio seem to close in, suffocating me with memories of your laughter, your smile, your scent, your presence. I’ve tried to pour my longing into my paintings, but even the colors seem to rebel against me, refusing to take on the vibrancy they once had when you were near.
so, please, come back in my arms again. I’ll be counting the minutes until you arrive tonight, and you can be sure that you’ll get the warmest hug and lots of smooches from me. I’ve missed you more than words can say, my Miss bodyguard.
