Chosen By The Moon

Chapter 0202

“Are you ok?” I simply nodded my head and swallowed thickly as I gently unfolded the paper and smiled. There lying in the center of the paper between the folds, was a passport style photograph of me, my mom, my dad and a very young baby Freddie. Where she even found it was beyond me, but it was the last time we were all together as a family, before the new world ripped us apart. “That’s a nice picture.”

I think Clarke was feeling a little weird about the whole thing, but still it was nice to have him with me.

I set the photograph down beside me and brought my attention to the writing that adjourned the page. My mom always did have lovely handwriting.

I felt my eyes begin to water instantly, which prompted Ryan to place his palm upon my knee. His physical touch was just a small yet innocent reminder that he was with me, and for that I was extremely grateful.

Dylan.

soon, and I know I should be saying these words to you in person, rather than writing them

your mom, and I am so honored to have watched you grow into such a fearless young lady. I was powerless to stop you from being

you massively and I am so

no idea just how many times you protected me and your brother over the years. I made you grow up before you should have, but I am so so proud of the amazing young lady you

been through, I think he may be right. You are so strong and I’m begging

your dad would be too. We will be together again soon and when we are, I will make sure we stay that way, and that nothing will hurt you

stay safe, and always do what

Love you always

Mom. Xx

the time I had finished reading my mothers words, salty water

letter was exactly what I needed to hear in order to move forwards. My mother was right, I had been beaten on throughout the