Her Decision

Nadia sat alone in her apartment her mind traveling miles away when she heard a knock on the door. Luke was asleep tired from his agitation and panic and having cried himself to sleep.

Nadia’s heart still hurt remembering her son’s reaction to her suggestion. She felt ashamed to be reminded of her connections by her affectionate five years old. But her mind had still been set on their departure.

Opening the door, she noted how the house was dark as the sun set so she turned on the light to face a somber-looking Dean.

“Come in,” She said and he abided by her command not speaking a word as he went inside.

“Would you like something to drink?” She asked leading him to the kitchen.

“Are you really leaving?” He asked and she sighed turning around to look at him.

“Was it Daniel?” She asked him and he gave her a blank look.

“He was more than a bit confused. And so was I when I heard that you were planning to leave…” He said then hesitated, “Listen… I have no right to stop you from leavi