Not the One [Billie Joe Armstrong Fanfic]

41) What's next?

A day after, I saw the news appear on my tv...well, the tv in my hospital room.
Yes, I'm still here.

I watched the news and found out that the guy who attempted to shoot Billie had only followed orders given by my own father.

"You're one son of a bitch," I muttered under my breath.

***

Moments after, someone knocked on the door.

"Come in," I said.

The door swung open. I saw Adrienne along with Joey and Jakob.

"Sis!" Joey rushed to the side of my bed and hugged me. Jakob did too.

"Ow..." I squeaked.

"Oh sorry..." They both let go.

Adie walked up to me. "Hi...mom," I said. She planted a tender kiss on my forehead.

"You're safe now, honey." She whispered. I sighed with relief. I really needed to hear those words.

"Where's Bi--...dad?" I asked.

Adie was pleased with me calling Billie 'dad'.
But I know Billie isn't.

"He's recording at the studio," she replied.

****

After their visit, I was left alone in my room.
I was alone, but not lonely.

I stared at the ceiling, my thoughts flooding my mind.
I've risked so much, but I gained a lot too.

I thought about the times I forced myself not to give up.
I've gone to far and it's too late to give up now...

I shut my eyes and let my tears fall.
I'm finally happy.

But......
What now?
What's next?