Crystal's POV:

Deceiving the children meant I had already succeeded in carrying out half of the plan. I sauntered over to the balcony, basking in my victory. I poured myself half a glass of wine, one that I had made myself last year, and sat myself down on the rocking chair to enjoy the moon.

The kids were leaving to go camping tomorrow. I know that they would be very sad the moment they found out that I had gone, especially Arron.

The longer I thought about that, the more I felt guilty. So, I made my way to the kitchen and made their favorite cookies.

Once I finished baking the cookies, I placed them in a sealed bag so the kids could take it with them tomorrow.

I remembered that they also needed mosquito repellent. Beryl got easily bitten by mosquitos. Coming back from a garden or park, I would notice the many bite marks on her legs and arms.

As I was packing up their things, the hesitation in me to leave became stronger and stronger. It would be the first time that I was going to leave them for a long while, and I could not familiarize myself with the feeling.

"Sylvia, please. You need to stop overthinking. It's almost dawn and you should get some sleep." I heard Yana yawn as she encouraged me to go to bed.

in agreement. Still, I made sure to spend another moment to double check if all my

the amusement park together. Beryl and Arron were so excited and

six o'clock, the school informed me that it was time

leaned his head on my shoulder and couldn't move from where we were standing. "Is there something wrong, baby? Why are you upset?" I sent comforting strokes down Arron's back

just wrapped

Beryl spoke with her childish voice

Mommy when you're back," I said to Arron in a soft

looked into my eyes

guilt bubbled up in me again and I tore my eyes away from Arron's eyes. "Okay." Arron twisted his body

care of your sister, okay?"

her a kiss, "Honey, you need to listen to your teacher.

I know, Mommy. You can

my kids, still hesitant.

my way to leave, the sound of familiar footsteps coming from behind me stopped me

"Mommy!"

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