His head begun to ache him. The pain was intense as if his head was been split into two. His held his head with both hands pulling his hair and gritting his teeth in pain. His beautiful face was covered in sweet and it was clear that he was suffering. The pain went shortly after and then the urge came. He knew what was going to happen and tried his best to stop the urge but it was so strong and hard to resist. As he tried to resist, the urge intensified. There was like a voice in his head " just steal the carrots and be free ". Finally he found himself secretly stealing some bundle of carrots. Afterwards he felt a a wave of satisfaction washing over his body. It was like his body was rewarding him. The feeling was so nice that it completely made him forget the pain he just went through. He looked at the carrots in his hands and helplessly sighed. Then he pitied himself. Luckily for him, no placed it bàck where he initially took it.
Then he went and sat near his grandma's items looking dejected. Mmmh, what should he do again. After learning about the disorder he had, he had had no peace. Thank God that Mike's aunt who was a medical doctor gave him some medicines. Those medicines were really helpful but now it is gradually finishing. He wasn't a fool to know that the drugs caused an arm and leg besides he couldn't depend entirely on Mike and his aunt. He had to find a way sooner or later before the disease destroys him. As he was lost in thought, he heard a frustrated but scolding voice
" What are you sitting there for Kevin, still lazing around right. Get on your feet and go for some tomatoes from Miss Mary "
Kevin immediately got up and said
" Okay grandma, I'm on my way "
He stood up and went but her little mind wandered away. He had told this disease to his grandma before but the oldwoman had mearly thought of it as an excuse to steal and reprimanded him non-stop telling him over and over again not to steal. She had even threatened to spank him if she caught him stealing. His grandma misunderstood him but what could he do. He couldn't even blame her. She was old after all and had stopped schooling at an early age. How would he expect her to know of a mental disorder that could make people steal. On his way, he was reminded of his elder sister Linda. Linda was on bad terms with thier grandma and there wasn't a single day they wouldn't fight when they meet. As young as he was, thier usual fight had a great impact on him and he just wished they would stop fighting. He wanted them to be like how they were untill Linda suddenly changed. Thinking back on his sickness, he thought he would agree to Linda's terms and conditions.
Earlier on he had told Linda of his disease and his heartless sister had told him to allow the disease to work he would never forget her words back then
***
" Really Kevin, if what you are saying is true then this disease is a blessing in disguise. It would be great if you'd stop taking those drugs Mike's aunt gave you and allow the disease to do it's magic. You could steal for us and we would soon be rich. Oh.....we have a bright future ahead "
At that time, Kevin had looked at her in disappointment and slowly turned to go. Of course he wouldn't agree to what Linda was saying and he was so sad to even part his cute lips. Then he had heard Linda's panicked voice
" Hey wait Kevin, you... you don't agree. Okay then let's make a deal "
Kevin has only frowned and said nothing. Linda on the other hand continued
" You allow the disorder to do it's work and I no more fight with the old woman. How does that sound "
She said in a tempting voice. Linda knew what her little brother cared for and used that as her bargaining chip. Kevin was really tempted. That was all he wanted ' peace '. Staying in his current environment was not good for a nine years old boy like him. But he forced himself to reject it. Linda on the other hand had just smiled and said casually
" Oh don't worry little brother, I'm not in a hurry yet. You have all the time to think about it and bring me back my reply. I have patience you know "
***
After going on the errand, Kevin went back to his grandma's side at the market and helped her. Well because of the harsh environment he had been living in, he had matured at such a young age. He had also already made up his mind to talk to Linda when he got home.
When he got home, Linda was not yet in as usual. Both Kevin and Linda had stopped schooling at a young age. Iinda found herself a work which seemed to earn her some income. But no one knew what this said work was. She always says she was matured and could fend for herself even though she was just thirteen. At noon, Linda returned home and Kevin went to tell her about his discision. Linda just smiled satisfactory and said
" That was quick Kevin, but I knew you'd be wise and choose what's good for us. I keep my side of the promise you have to keep yours too "
At this time, Kevin found his sister to be so shamless. How could she come up with such an idea and even more voice it out. Did she even think about him. The answer was probably no, she clearly thought about herself only. But Kevin had no time to argue with her again. She had hurt him enough. He wouldn't give her another chance. Before coming, Kevin had thought everything through. This was a win-win for both sides. He wasn't going to completely listen to Linda. He knew that with thier current condition there was no the could purchase some of the drugs. Besides he knew that was not the only drug he would need, there were several others he didn't know. So for now he is going steal for the time being and use a portion of the money to purchase some drugs. Linda wouldn't know about it and as long as he gives her some of the money, she would stop querelling with her grandma. Also this could help them to improve their standard of living and perhaps he could go to school again. Everyone was going to benefits from it. Although he knew that wasn't the right way, there was nothing he could do. Without the drugs, the urge frequently comes. Infact it became serious that his sickness was now centered purely on money. The moment his head throbs at the sight of money, he could find it no matter where you hide it.
Days later, they begun making money and Linda kept her promise. Thier grandma on the other hand knew nothing. Thier money increased and Kevin was able to buy some drugs without Linda's knowledge. But then something happened one day, Linda didn't return home. Both Kevin and his grandma paid no attention to it because Linda sometimes stayed out. But after 4 days, Linda was still not found. That was when Kevin realized that the money they had gathered was missing. Then it dawned him that Linda had runaway with the money. Kevin had never being furious like that day.