This is killing me! Do you know how much I want to be with him? It's torture!

When he had tried, to talk to Dusty about Dating! He had flatly refused! Star had held strong. Had explained his reasoning!

Had Dusty even listened? Did he understand, that things were moving too fast! That they needed to stop and take a breath?

Star's world had crumpled when, Dusty had turned away, and run from the Cafe that day!

Luna pleaded - Be strong Star! He needs to leave that house, meet new people!

But he is deaf! He is afraid to mix with others.

But he can talk to you, and you can hear him.

He can hear you!

You can help him, converse with others.

That is something, he has never had before!

Something special!

Use that gift you have both been given.

Don't pass up this opportunity, to widen his world.

Open his eyes to a different life.

A life with meaning!

You may be the only person who can do it! Give him your strength!

Oh God! It had only been 24 hours. And he was suffering!

Dusty's house, felt like a magnet that was tugging at him, constantly!

But he knew Luna was right!

He would give it one more day, no matter how hard it was. If he didn't hear from Dusty by then, he would go back and try again!

Dusty was exhausted, he had hardly slept. He had fought with himself. Listing pro's and cons, in his head!

Whichever way he looked at it, the biggest pro, stood out like a sore thumb! Star!

He wanted to be with Star! In his mind he struggled to think of anything else now.

All of the con's, the reasons to stay within these walls, had seemed to evaporate!

If he didn't have Star, would he be able to live? Breath? Would he shrivel up and die? He laughed at himself. Now he was being dramatic, ridiculous! But Star was what he wanted, needed!

The other pros, he needed to seriously consider! He had always, been a bit OCD! He knew it! It had been easier, to create a regular routine! It had put his life in order! Made him feel calm!

But if he did, push himself, could he change that routine? Imagine the new places he could see, not just pictures in his travel books, but see them in person. See the sights, taste the foods, breath air that smelt different, to the salty sea breeze.

What if he could meet other deaf people? Make some friends with similar, problems and experiences! He knew sign language, but had never really had a chance to use it!

Should he try to date Star? He was terrified, but if Star was with him, could he do it?

He had wasted two days! He hadn't even gone to the Cafe! Did Star miss him?

Walking to his desk, he picked up pen and paper! He would write Star a letter!

Pour out his heart. It was the only thing he could do!

When Millie heard the buzzer, she jumped! Then laughed at herself! Silly! She must have been away with the fairies! It was uncommon for Dusty to buzz her, he hadn't done it in days. But it had startled her today!

He handed her a letter, and signed for her to take it to the Cafe! Please! He had looked at her pleadingly. Luna had filled her in, she knew it must be important. She nodded and left.

A perfect opportunity, for her to see Luna! Millie was happy, she hugged the letter to her chest and fairly skipped as she made her way along the beach to the Cafe.

Luna beamed when Millie walked in. Dashing over to give her a hug! - What are you doing here?

Dusty asked me to bring this! - Millie held out the Letter. Concern showing on her face!

Oh! I hope it's good news! - Star, had Luna worried!

Luna entered the Kitchen, while Millie hovered at the door. She handed him the letter!

She patted him on the back! - Good Luck Brother! I'm rooting for you!

Then she took Millie's hand and led her away!

The front of the sealed envelope simply read - 'Star'

With shaking hands he tore open the seal!

Dearest Star,

I miss you!

This room was once my haven, my safety, my calm.

The only place that kept me safe from harm.

Until you stepped inside,

Filled this room, with so much joy.

My bed was a place of happiness,

Held tightly in your arms.

Then you went away,

You changed everything that day.

Now these four walls feel empty.

I find no comfort, find no peace.

There is an empty space in my bed,

Where your warmth still lingers.

In my memory.

This room is just four walls,

Not a home for me anymore.

You once were here beside me,

Without you, my room is just an empty shell.

I was happy then,

Because you were my world.

Because you were my home.

Until you were gone.

And left me here alone.

Star if you can give me another chance!

I will try! I promise!

Because, there is no meaning to my life without you!

Yours Dusty xx

Was this a love letter? He had written a poem and everything! Star had never been given a love letter!

It had touched his heart! Moved him to tears!

Was this confirmation that Dusty felt the same as him? He swiped at his eyes.

He had to see Dusty! He wanted to leave right now, run down the beach, and into Dusty's room and.....!

No! he stopped that train of thought! Calm yourself! He took a deep breath.

A Date! That was what he should do. Invite Dusty on a date. But where?

He strode from the Kitchen, outside to were Luna and Millie sat hand in hand.

He grinned! - Help me! I need to plan a date!

The girl's both grinned, jumped up and squealed! - Yay!