Created (an Xmen story)

chapter 20

December 26th

My heart's decision

Lauryn's point of view

I remember the feeling of lying on the cold, wet floor as my heart slowly stopped beating after I felt the warm sensation of metal pushing through me and the vision of darkness surrounding me as I faded from this place then being carried to a beautiful place not of this realm as an angel held me close in his arms. The feeling of being loved crossed my mind and made me smile even though I thought I would be leaving behind those who loved me, I didn't think I would turn back now. I was at peace and didn't want to leave the place where I wouldn't have to worry about anything or forced to hid from someone who wanted to take me as a hostage.

Spirit: do not worry my child, your days of running and hiding from those who seek to harm you are over, go back to those who truly care and love you the most. I will be watching over you from now on.

I felt a rush as I begun hearing two faint voices talking among each other.

Nathan: I know you and I haven't gotten along but I want to thank you for bringing her back here.

Peter: it's not a problem but I didn't do it for you, she probably won't admit it to anyone but she still needs me despite you being close to her.

Nathan: you keep forgetting that you left when she needed you the most, she was pregnant with your child and she was forced to watch you die in her arms...

Peter: I did it to protect her.

Nathan: yet look where she is now, she won't look at the world the same. She trusted and loved you but you failed her and she will never love you again.

Peter: I don't expect her to love me again, all I want is for her to be happy with what or whoever she chooses to be with.

I slowly looked over at them and suddenly realized the truth and the promise I made to my father about Nathan and Peter.