Chapter 485

“Hello, Mr. and Mrs. Carter.” Alessia greeted them softly.

The woman clung to her husband’s arm. Both looked worn and weary, their hair threaded with gray.

“You must be Alessia?”

Mia had mentioned Alessia several times during her calls home. If Alessia was with her, she’d always pull her closer, eager to introduce her to her parents.

“Yes, that’s me.”

“You’re so lovely.” The woman gently cupped Alessia’s cheek. There was a sorrow in her eyes that seemed endless.

Alessia didn’t pull away. She pressed her lips together and lowered her gaze.

“How’s your hand? Are you recovering?” Their story had made the news, and Alessia was one of the most seriously injured. There had been plenty of coverage about her.

“Thank you

I’m alright now,

care of yourselves.” The woman’s eyes reddened, her

you heading home

wanted to visit her. She was always such a chatterbox. I imagine she’d be lonely now. I’m glad you’re here to keep her company–it would

“I’ll walk you out.”

that’s not necessary.” The woman waved her hand, and Alessia, not wanting to argue, simply watched as the couple supported each

cemetery.

finally set the bouquet

already many fresh flowers

smile. Even in black and white,

mpter aus

even Principal Warren hadn’t made it out. They’d traded

dozen–had made it out

as the ceiling began to cave in, Mia pulled them under the teacher’s desk

her own chance at survival to save

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