Chapter 126 - A lady

"Really?" Arik's voice quivered. I gasped, trying to suppress my emotions.

"Why…"

"Because you always came back. Every time I wait, you always return even without certainty. That's what mommy taught me. That's what mommy does because she loves you so much, and I love you too," Ariah said clearly to her father.

My knees began to shake. I didn't know how to react. It felt like I couldn't move from where I stood.

"Why, daddy? Are you going to leave us again? Where are you going then? Can mommy and I come with you?" Ariah innocently asked her father, unaware of the gravity of his words.

This is about his illness. I didn't want to accept it, but a part of me felt that this was what he meant.

I wanted to hate him for speaking like that, even though it might not happen, but I guess I'm the one who hasn't fully accepted the possibilities.

"I can't take you with me, baby. I'm sorry…" Arik muttered and leaned to kiss Ariah on her head.

"Don't you want to stay here? Why do you always want to lea