I woke up suddenly
and it felt like I had slept
for a century.

I walked into the living room
where I was surprised to see
many members of my extended family.

I knew I heard them talking
quite normally; but as soon
as I entered, they started whispering.

I ignored them and walked to the door
eagerly - like I do nightly to wait
and welcome my only remaining parent.

I became cold all of a sudden
as I remembered why they were
all gathered in our living room.

My only remaining parent had died
that morning; and I had fainted
right after hearing it.

"Someone should hold him from falling!!!"
Was what I heard last
as I felt my body hit the ground.
I had fainted - again.