230 Tentative Steps

Christos.

“My name is Eric Summer. And my sister’s name is Erica Summer.” The boy murmured softly while keeping a noticeable distance between them and the old couple.

“Twins? You—you both are twins?” The woman continued with her questioning and I could see the surprise and happiness in her eyes as she realised this. It’s not so surprising that one might assume the boy is older with his sturdier stature.

“Yes, we are twins. Eric is the elder and I’m his favourite.” The girl volunteered in a soft and shy voice, and the woman gave a trembling laugh that called to the soul.

“As it should be, Erica. I am glad you have a Hero on your side.” She murmured softly and the twins blushed from the approval.

“I wish it was the same for your Mum.” The woman finished under her breath and while the twins might not pick up on the words or understand, I did clearly and I gave her a pointed look.

‘You and your husband should have been the Hero she needed but you were not there for her. Were you?’ I remin