Bothered

ZOE felt the excitement and fear that lingers at the same time. She only needs to wait for a few hours before Grant will pick her up.

Helios reminded her that it was Grant who would fetch her so that it would be safer. Puzzled, she still agreed.

“At least bring some clothes, honey,” it was her mom.

Zoe smiled as she sat on the small couch. “It’s fine, mom. Helios told me that we’d buy stuff once we get there,” she replied.

Iris arched her brow and nodded after. “Are you sure about this, Zoe?”

Zoe frowned. “Why are you asking me that, mom?” she laughed, “of course.”

Iris pressed her lips together. She shook her head and heaved a deep sigh. “I don’t know why but I have a bad feeling—”

“Mom… what are you talking about? I accepted it. I am taking the risk with Helios.”

Iris moved close to Zoe and reached for her daughter’s hand. “Promise me that you will call me if something happens—”

“Mom… please, I don’t want to leave with those thoughts that you want to insert inside my head. I promise