11. I'm Not Alice

Afraid of being scolded, Sky jumped down from the chair and hid behind Edmund. She peeked out with one eye.

“Mama, please don't be angry. I had to run away. If I didn't do it, I wouldn't be able to see Chamarel Falls.”

The woman who was very similar to Alice sighed heavily. Her face was frowning, full of regret and worry.

“No, Honey. I'm not angry. I actually wants to apologize to you. Mama and Papa shouldn't reject your wishes. Now come here.”

Rachel held out her arms, inviting Sky into a hug. However, the little girl shook her head, muttering, "But Papa will be angry and punish me."

"No, he won't. Come on, Dear. Don't disturb this kind mister. You've bothered him a lot today."

Again, Sky shook his head. "Promise me that you will persuade Papa not to punish me."

"I promise. Papa won't scold you. He also feels guilty for refusing your request. You know? I shouldn't be selfish. I shouldn't mind accompanying you to see the waterfall. You want to forgive me, right?"

Sky was touche