~ Five - Season III ~

‘After what seemed to be an eternity underwater, strong arms finally pulled me out.

‘As soon as I was removed from the icy ocean water, I coughed vigorously as I tried to get as much air as I possibly could. My back ached as my breathing struggled.

‘Father called out as he helped me regain consciousness, “Robert! My dear boy, are you all right?”

‘I nodded as I continued coughing.

‘Father quickly carried me and rushed over to where my mother and sister were. “There is nothing to fear son, I am here.”

‘Mother cried as we approached them, “Robert!” Father crouched down to them as we sat together in a corner. “My son,” Mother pulled me into her arms. Her tears fell on my face as she cradled my little body.

‘Father looked at us all and said, “No matter what happens, we stay together. Do you understand?” Determination was evident in his voice, driven to make sure we survived this chaos. “I will do everything to make sure we return home safely.”

‘Mother gave him a kiss and we all share