THE FINAL CHOICE

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Nelly wanted to talk about something very important to her parents.By the way,her father knew everything.Her mother had already  talked to him.When they finish launch,Nelly had the opportunity to discuss with them.
"Mom,Dad,its time we discussed about my future.As you know,I...am half-human,half-mermaid.In few months,I will turn 18.So...I gotta choose"Nelly said.
"And what excactly is your decision?"her mother asked furious and with an ironic ton.
"MARY!Let her talk!"John,Nelly's dad commanded.
Nelly started talking again.
"I thought about it a lot and I have chosen.I was destined to be a mermaid.I don't want to live as a human.Human life does not fit me.I will never forget about you.In fact,I will visit you.I know that...you hesitate,but it's all that I want and I am 100% sure about my decision.I have chosen that way of life"Nelly said.Her mother was speechless and her dad obviously devastated.They would lose their  little girl.
"John?"she turned to her husband.
"I...will support you.Even though,I don't want to lose you,I want you to follow your heart"her dad said and hugged her in tears.Her mother left for a while.Her dad was still hugging her.
"You will not lose me.You can wait for me to the beach and see me swimming and ..."
Nelly cried too and hugged her father again.Her mother came back holding a box.Her mother openned it and gave to her the necklass with the pearl.
"Something to have from us"her mother said.
They were hugged each other.
"What are you going to do with your examinations?"her father asked.
"Well,I have planned to live as a human those months that have left".
The moment was emotional.
"I gotta meet someone..."

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