The Cronografo

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She headed to the storage room. It's weird and creepy at the same time. I thought she was going to take me in her room or somewhere relaxing or elsewhere.

Apparently, I'm mistaken.

"I want to know everything," I humorlessly told Aunt Hilda.

Before she utters a word, I heard gunshots. One, two three... and a lot more!

Everyone is not safe.

I and Aunt Hilda stormed out the room panicking, but before I could get any farther, the former grabbed my arm and stopped me.

"Lana, as long as I wanted to tell you everything, I think I couldn't. They are here. You need leave this place right now, they might get you."

I barely understand Aunt's words because of the countless gunshots and screams. But one thing's I'm certain at: I don't want to leave them here. They sheltered and feed me after all.

"No, I can't just leave you here. It's dangerous!"

"No, no. Honey, listen to me. I can handle this. Here, bring this with you. It will answer all your unanswered questions. Just go! Don't worry, we'll be fine," pleaded Aunt Hilda.

She handed me a golden stopwatch. I don't know, what's this for?

"When you are already prepared, just press the Cronografo's button on the side. Take care, honey," she sincerely stated as she hugs me tight.

This is the first time I felt being cared. "Will you be fine?" I asked.

"Yes."

As if on cue, I prepared myself from leaving. But before I step my feet out, I took a glance on what's happening outside. On shock, I stared at the armed men with white whole masks on.

If something bad happens to Aunt Hilda's family, I will definitely make them sue.

"I'll be back."

I went out of the house's back door and ran fast as I could.

After hundred meters, catching up my breath, I continued.

Run, run, run. Run is all can do for now. Run and get what I want, reach what I want. 'Cause all I want is to know everything. Everything.

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