Mockingbird

Chapter 22

I believe that this picture represents my state for the past few weeks.

One thing I learned this week was that „YOU NEED TO LET YOURSELF BREATH AND LET THINGS JUST FLOW." Taking a step back and allowing time to pass can be difficult, especially when things seem to be overwhelming. But it's important to remember that it's okay to slow down and take a break. Doing so can help to clear the mind and gain perspective on the situation.

Have a lovely week and don't forget to press the little star at the end. <3 

LUCY POV:

Me and Keira taking Mel with us was a spontaneous reaction. We discussed it, but didn't know how to do it. So we asked Leah's mum for help.

When Mel saw us, she clearly wasn't happy and everyone in the room could see that. She has a loudexpression on her face.

But she followed along. As a matter of fact, she didn't necessarily have a choice. After we loaded ourselves into the car she stayed quiet. We didn't know if we should or shouldn't talk to her yet.

We booka small wooden house in the middle of nowhere in a forest. It was a cosy cottage.

Her nightmare scared me, but as soon as she told me we "left her" I didn't know what to think. But shesmiled. Fake or not it made me smile too. Perhaps her nightmare was a metaphor for something she was struggling with in her life. Her realization that she had the power to "leave it" behind was a source of strength, and her smile was her way of communicating that strength to you. I realized that her nightmare wasn't something to be feared, but something to be embraced. Her courage to confront it and her will to move on made her stronger, and being able to share that strength with me was a beautiful thing.

MEL POV:

Lucy and Keira took us deep into the forest which actually gave me feel peaceful. It was quiet and the only noise was from the car engine.

After my outburst in the car we talked all the way to our destination. It was a little wooden house in the middle of nowhere

„I hope you don't want to kill me in here." I said with a chuckle, but I only got a glare from them both.

„I was just joking jeez." I said walking into the house with them trailing closely behind me.

As we sat down on the sofa in a wooden living room I had an urge to ask a question: „Why are we here?"

Lucy raised her eyebrows: „What do you mean?"

I motion my hands around: „Like, aren't you supposed to be in Barcelona by now?"

Lucy nods while Keira says: „Yeah, we took a few days off, so we could spend time with you." I nod my head showing them that I understand. They want to spend time with me, so I'm not sure how to react to this. The question is why?

„Stop overthinking Mel." Lucy's voice said snapping me out of my thoughts. She sat next to me carefully letting her arm slip around my shoulder. She looked into my eyes as if inviting me, which I accepted. She squeezed me into a really tight side hug.

The comfortable silence was broken with Keira: „ I don't know about you guys, but I want ice cream." She stood up from the sofa and disappeared into the kitchen leaving me and Lucy confused.

Keira returned with three large bowls of chocolate ice cream. The excitement in my eyes erupted as she handled one of the bowls.

„Look at you smiling at ice cream." Lucy teased me as I rolled my eyes and delved into it.

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In order to get to sleep early, I excused myself. Firstly because I was exhausted and secondly because I was still anxious about all of this. I took a few deep breaths and reminded myself that this too shall pass and that I should focus on the present.

As I slip into the covers, I let out a breath and let my body sink into calmness. I closed my eyes and exhaled all the worries until I drifted off to sleep.

As I began to doze, I allowed myself to be enveloped in a deep and peaceful slumber. I knew I was safe in the comfort of my bed and I allowed myself to let go of the day and all of its trials.

I was content with the feeling of being embraced by the darkness and I was finally able to relax.

Nightmares were far away and I was not scared of any imaginary monsters or fears. Instead, I was comforted by the safety of my bed and I was finally able to drift off into a dreamless and peaceful sleep.

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LUCY POV:

„Do you think we can do this?" Keira asked me a few minutes after Mel leftfor sleep.

I nod: „Yeah, come on." It can be that hard. She's not twelve."

"I know that, but we are moving her across Europe to an unknown country.". What about school?" Keira asked as I exhaled a small breath. She had a point, but I didn't really think about it. Even if she's only with us for three months, she needs school to get to. I looked at my girl and smiled. "I'm sure we can find her anonline school, even if it's only for a short time. She can make some friends, learn about the country, and experience different culture." I was sure it would be amazing for her.

„I don't think it's an appropriateidea to throw her away from people Luce..." Keira continues after a few minutes of silence: „We can ask some of the girls if they know about some school that is in English." "That way she can still learn and stay in the same environment," Keira concluded. "It would be a win-win situation!" she added with a smile.

I smiled at her idea: "Yeah, I think we can now come here." I opened my arms as she craved into me. I held her tightly as I closed my eyes and let my body relax. I breathed in her scent, feeling her warmth against my body. I opened my eyes and looked at her. In that moment, I realized how much I loved her. We stayed in that embrace for what seemed like an eternity, not wanting to let go of each other. I felt a wave of emotion wash over me. I kissed her forehead, and we shared a moment of understanding.