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Chapter 40

Author: Anna T
last update Last Updated: 2024-08-05 15:19:42

Ayla POV

“Have an amazing time, I want to see lots of pictures and don’t worry about anything here.”

I hugged my mum one last time as Dad passed the taxi driver the last suitcase. Mum's grip around me tightened before she let go, and I was swept into my dad’s arms in a tight but loving embrace.

“Look after yourself, flower, and no wild parties whilst we’re away.” He chuckled as he kissed me on top of my head.

“Brownie promise,” I smiled, holding 3 fingers in the air.

I stepped back and watched as Dad climbed into the taxi, pulling the door closed whilst blowing me one last kiss. My eyes began to blur as I waved goodbye to my parents. I was going to miss them. The midnight air was cold, I could see my breath fanning out in front of my face every time I exhaled. I stood watching until the lights from the taxi disappeared at the end of the drive before making my way inside into the nice warm flat. It seemed eerily quiet now that my parents weren’t here, the clock seemed to tick loud
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