The Girl From The Sky

Chapter 7: The Girl Who Was Scared

Anastasia clung tightly to Clarke, feeling a sense of safety she hadn't experienced since being taken away from her mother's arms. Clarke possessed a protective nature that enveloped Anastasia, and for the first time in her life, she felt okay. Looking up at Clarke, she mustered the courage to ask, "Can I stay with you, Clarke, please?" The familiarity and security Clarke provided reminded her of her twin brother. She longed for the companionship and reassurance that only family could provide. Although she had no idea where her brother was, she hoped that Clarke would understand and grant her wish.

Clarke, still deeply concerned for Anastasia, observed the fear and vulnerability in the young girl's eyes. With a gentle touch, she rubbed Anastasia's back and replied, "Yes, if you want to, Stistia. You can stay with me." Clarke couldn't help but be moved by Anastasia's mention of her twin brother. The idea that Anastasia's mother had thought she was only expecting one child, only to have two, surprised Clarke. She had only known of Octavia Blake's existence, but now it seemed there were two siblings involved. She smiled at Anastasia and said, "I think you got lucky, Anastasia. You had someone to play with at all times."

Meanwhile, Aaron frantically searched for his sister, calling out her name in desperation. "Ana! Ana!" he yelled, desperately hoping to find her. She was supposed to be here with him, and the thought of her being missing terrified him. Aaron approached anyone he encountered, his voice trembling, "Have you seen a blonde girl with blue eyes and a gold heart necklace? Please, I'm worried. My sister should have been on the ground with me." The weight of responsibility and guilt pressed upon him, as he blamed himself for not keeping Ana safe.

Grace, still devastated by the loss of her children, tried to distract herself by walking to the mess hall to get some food. Her tears flowed silently as she mechanically played with her food, lost in her own thoughts. Overhearing snippets of conversations around her, she heard people mentioning lost children. A sense of bitter irony welled up within her as she mumbled to herself, "You have no idea how many kids made it to the ground." Sighing, she inwardly added, "And you have no clue that your kids made it."

As fate would have it, the paths of Anastasia, Aaron, and Grace were destined to converge, leading to a reunion that would change their lives forever. Little did they know that the trials and tribulations they had faced were about to be woven together, creating a tapestry of strength, resilience, and the unbreakable bond of family.