DAUGHTER

Chapters : 37

Love is something that should become our strength. Although, most of the times it ends up being our weakness. How could you even think of letting go of something or someone you love the most? But you have to because it's the right decision. Doesn't matter how hard it is for now but when you'll look back you'll understand that you made the right decision and it was important to let go. That's how it works you've to leave something behind to move forward.

And for Elsa it was Hope. She felt like Hope was slipping through the warm shell of her hands to face the cold side of this world. It became even harder for her when she realised that Hope has applied and got selected for none other than Boston University of Science and Technology. It was the moment she started realizing that doesn't matter how hard she'll try to escape her fate, it will eventually find it's way back to her.

September 3, 2038

Promise me you'll only focus on your studies there and nothing else. Promise me you won't let anyone know that you're Aakrit's daughter. Hope, I have told you everything and I can expect that you won't break my promises after knowing everything right? *Elsa told Hope nervously as they were at the airport to drop her*

I promise mama. Stop worrying so much. Come on hug me now *Hope said and hugged Elsa*

I might need you, Carina. Please take care of mother*Hope said whilst hugging Carina*

Sure thing, take care of yourself as well. Don't experiment with anything lethal *She said and giggled*

Hope giggled and went to hug Mrs Presley. She hugged her back tight and said " You're our only Hope. Make your mother proud, I know what you're capable of doing. *She said and kissed Hope's forehead*

Never stop swimming against the flow Hope*She whispered and smiled*

Hope looked and her and nodded yes and hugged Elsa for the last time before leaving*

As they all were going back after wishing Hope a really good future. Elsa felt a Deja Vu.

I feel like I've been here before*Elsa said*

Of course, Elsa. We came here years ago when we moved here from America. Nothing much has changed, the road, the entry-exit. *Mrs. Presley said*

Yeah!... I guess... I don't know I felt a really unusual emotion. *She said*

Hey!!! Watch out*Carina said to a stranger as he bumped to Elsa*

I'm sorry! I am in a hurry *He paused and looked at Mrs Presley and Elsa before again started running towards the airport*

Ah! Do we have a bandage or something in the car? He was wearing a badge or something like that with a really sharp edge*Carina said worryingly*

Was... Was he? Professor Williams? *Elsa asked Mrs Presley*

I couldn't see his face properly*Mrs. Presley said*

Aunty Elsa, your wrist. I think it's a deep cut, just a bandage won't help, I think we should...*Carina said as Elsa interrupted and said*

It's okay baby Carina I'm good, don't panic.*Elsa said as Mrs Presley wiped the blood and cleaned the area around the wound before wrapping a bandage around it without even saying a word.

I might need to leave tonight*Mrs. Presley said as Elsa looked at her*

Where? *Both Elsa and Carina asked her*

Let's go home I'll tell you*She said*

They reached home after a while.

Carina and Elsa looked at Mrs Presley waiting for her to say something.

See, Elsa you know about my granddaughter right? *She said*

Yes, I guess, because she never came to see you or call you. We have only talked about her once*Elsa said*

But why are you asking this now? *Elsa asked*

Look, Elsa, I've been receiving these texts from a week now, at first I thought it must be a mistake or maybe spam messages but I video called her last week and it was indeed my granddaughter.
Just like me, she has no one, we only have each other. I thought I lost her as well but I think I'm not that unlucky. *She said*

But Aunty Presley, how come, out of the blue she has started texting you? Does she know Aunty Elsa and Hope? Does she know where you're right now? *Carina asked her*

Carina, my family devoted their lives for special services, therefore, I don't talk about them much. We weren't in contact for years.  She was just a baby when I saw her for the last time. I thought I've lost everyone but she has every proof that she's my baby girl *She said emotionally*

Okay okay, Mrs Presley, we'll all welcome her here, let's invite her here.*Elsa said*

No Elsa, I am not sure if it's only my granddaughter or anything Else is coming with her. I didn't tell you about it because the last few weeks were tough for you and Hope as well. *Mrs Presley said*

Mrs Presley, we can't let you go anywhere unless we see her in person, I know you're emotional right now but it's unsafe out there. *Elsa said*

Correct, we have to make sure she's the right person*Carina said*

Carina, Elsa, I know what I'm doing, I want you two to trust me and don't tell anything about it to Hope, let her follow her path. I could've told you about it, about her but you know we can't disclose things related to special services to anyone. *Mrs. Presley said*

Both Carina and Elsa looked at each other as they were not wholly sure about what to say.

Elsa*Mrs. Presley held Elsa's hands whilst looking at her*

It's gonna be alright, trust me *She said and smiled wistfully*

For the very first time, Elsa had this strange feeling. She knew that it might not be the perfect decision but it seemed right. Her heart was telling her to stop Mrs Presley but her mind somehow making her believe that Mrs Presley is right.

Where is she? If you can tell us. Where you'll be headed to tonight?*Elsa asked her*

I'll be in the same country, Elsa, don't worry*Mrs. Presley said calmly*

Carina's phone started ringing...

I'll be right back *She said and left*

At least tell me her name*Elsa insisted*

Her name is Colleen. My granddaughter, Colleen*Mrs Presley said and smiled with teary eyes*

Thank you so much for reading #SpreadLove
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