Final Goodbyes

CHRISTIAN

‘The take-off would begin in roughly ten minutes. Passengers aboard are advised to fasten their seatbelts, and get prepared. Phones should be switched off too, for the time being.’

The announcement from the train speakers blared loudly, and quickly doing as they were told, Christian proceeded to fasten his belts and that of his siblings before relaxing a bit.

This was the first time Christian was boarding a train that required him to use a seatbelt, and it felt strange to say the least.

However nothing was more strange to him, than not having Sara by his side today.

Finally, he was leaving for Seattle and the shadowy feeling of sorrow and regret clouded over him as usual.

Gripping the seats tightly, and staring ahead as the train let out a whistle, and heavy grilling sound before starting, Christian closed his eyes murmuring a brief prayer as the machine began to move.

He opened his eyes briefly, shooting his mother who was by his side a brief glance and a warm smile, his