Chosen By The Moon (Dylan) novel Chapter 202

“Are you ok?” I simply nodded my head and swallowed thickly as I gently unfolded the paper and smiled. There lying in the center of the paper between the folds, was a passport style photograph of me, my mom, my dad and a very young baby Freddie. Where she even found it was beyond me, but it was the last time we were all together as a family, before the new world ripped us apart. “That’s a nice picture.”

I think Clarke was feeling a little weird about the whole thing, but still it was nice to have him with me.

I set the photograph down beside me and brought my attention to the writing that adjourned the page. My mom always did have lovely handwriting.

I felt my eyes begin to water instantly, which prompted Ryan to place his palm upon my knee. His physical touch was just a small yet innocent reminder that he was with me, and for that I was extremely grateful.

Dylan.

I hope this letter gets to you soon, and I know I should be saying these words to you in person, rather than writing them down on paper for you to read, but this was the only way I could talk with you.

I know you must hate me after everything that has happened, I hate myself for standing aside, but I am your mom, and I am so honored to have watched you grow into such a fearless young lady. I was powerless to stop you from being taken from me, and I will regret my actions for the rest of my life. You would have fought with your all if it was me who was being taken away, because that’s who you are.

I failed you massively and I am so so sorry.

Never lose your fight, my beautiful baby girl. Your rebellious attitude is who you are, and I had no idea just how many times you protected me and your brother over the years. I made you grow up before you should have, but I am so so proud of the amazing young lady you have become.