The Cost of Justice

“My baby, I am sorry you have to go through this. Granny is so sorry for not being able to protect you that night. I am deeply sorry”, granny said to Ellie, who was now seating on her bed. Granny had sat her down on the bed after the Wordsworth left. She commended her for her courage and the strong-will to open up.

“It’s okay granny. It’s not your fault. You don’t have to blame yourself for what happened to me. I am fine now”, Ellie said, looking into granny’s eyes, trying to reassure her that she was fine.

“I am sorry, Ellie”, granny said again, still blaming herself for what happened to Ellie, while pulling her in for a hug.

“I will make sure you get the justice that you deserve. I promise you”, granny said,while patting Ellie’s back. Kevin stood beside them, looking at the love and affection that was being displayed between the duo. Ellie on the other hand, felt somehow relieved after her outburst at Clark earlier that day. She was able to release the anger she was feeling towards