Forbidden Child Series

Part 4

Life was peaceful after God declared that Mira was not to be harmed. She grew up  in a large house with an archangel as a dad and about a thousand uncles and aunts. Of course, having angel powers from your dad’s side made things troublesome until she could control them. You had to remind her that candy wasn’t meant to be eaten at every meal and that humans weren’t used to people popping in and out of places.

Once she started school with normal humans, she got the hang of it. At the age of sixteen she grew light golden wings that were similar to Gabriel’s. Castiel came around to help her learn how to fly and reported what was happening in Heaven since Gabriel spent his time on Earth.

The fun part was watching boys drool over her at high school sport games and have Gabriel snap his fingers with a growl. You finally talked to him about being overprotective around boys, but like any father, he didn’t want to listen. His little girl was growing up too fast in his opinion.

The hardest moment was driving up to college with a car packed full of stuff. Mira got out quickly, excitement clear on her face. Gabriel was reluctant, standing by the car as you joined Mira, heading to the dorm.

“Listen I know the room is going to be small, but this is college life.” You pulled her in for a side hug, keeping your arm around her. “You behave. No angel stuff.”

“Yeah. Yeah. Dad already told me.” She smiled, opening the door. “Is he coming in?” Mira turned to look back.

“Maybe. I think this is hard for him.” You whispered. “His little girl is leaving you know.”

“I’m only two hours away. Plus, he can just fly here if need be.” Mira rolled her eyes with a sigh.

“Oh, you know how he gets.” You nudged her as you stepped forward in line to get her room keys.

“Mira (Y/L/N).”

“Ah. Here you are.” The girl at the desk handed Mira a key and some other papers. “Room 210. Should be near the elevator on the second floor.”

“Thanks.”

You headed back outside, finding the car to be empty. Mira raced over to her father with a sly grin, while you slowly made your way to them. “No angel powers, huh?”

“Yeah, well….I’m careful.” Gabriel argued, ruffling her hair.

“Unless you want us to stick around...this is it.” You all stood silently for a moment before pulling her into a hug. “Just two hours away.” You reminded her, taking her all in one last time. Her golden brown eyes were full of excitement. “Have fun.”

“But not too much.” Gabriel said sternly, resting his head on her shoulder as they shared a long lasting hug. “Study hard, kiddo.”

“I will dad. I promise.” Mira let go of him, stepping back as Gabe put his arm around you. “Try not to start an apocalypse or something. You know some of us have classes to go to.”

“And make sure to use protection.” You chuckled at Gabriel’s shocked reaction. Mira shifted uncomfortably, making her face turn a bright pink.

“Mom.” She whined.

“Hey, it’s my job to annoy and protect.”

“No boys.” Gabriel thrusted a finger at her. “I don’t want any in your room...otherwise there’s going to be trouble.”

“Alright Gabe.” You gave him a peck on the cheek. “I think she’s had enough of us. Let’s go home.” You opened the passenger door, waving goodbye to your daughter.

“I don’t understand this whole college thing.” Gabe grunted as he started up the car.

“Relax. It was her decision.” You interlocked your fingers with his. “She’ll be fine.”

You turned back to see Mira heading back up to the dorm, talking to another girl as they made their way inside. Other parents and their kids were moving in all around the campus in various stages. You turned back to Gabriel, noticing a tear slowly drifting down his face.

“I miss her too.” You squeezed his hand. “We went through so much to have her and now look….she has her own life.”

“Yeah.”

“This isn’t the end. We’ll still visit her and she’ll be home in the summer. If she needs anything all she has to do is call.” You tried to hold back some of your own tears.

“You’re right.” His voice was low. “I could always be a janitor at her school if need be.”

“Gabriel.”

“What?”

You rolled your eyes with a smile. “Wanna go for some ice cream when we get home?” Gabriel slowly nodded as he turned onto the highway. “We have the house to ourselves now.” You said in a lustful voice. Gabe smirked with the thought, pressing on the gas more.