ALANA

I blinked as my eyes widened in realization.

“Francine!”

I covered my mouth with my hands in surprise when I surveyed her body.

I just really want to make sure that all I’m seeing right now is real.

“You can move now and you can speak now…”

I hugged her so hard in happiness. Somehow, it filled my heart with joy to the brim amidst what I’m experiencing now.

With her being alive, I felt like I found someone to lean on and connect in these times.

“Francine, ...