Chapter Forty Two

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It was like a vision, a dream of sorts as I took in the wonderous landscape before me. Rolling fields of jasmines stretched into the horizon, filling the place with a glorious aroma that seemed to calm me instantly. I was in awe, in a state of euphoria as I slowly walked through the sunny fields, admiring the views and the white clouds that shielded me from the rays of the sun.

I was content, happier than I have ever been as I enjoyed the beauty of the scenery and the weightlessness that came with being so calm and content. I wanted to stay forever, living only in the peace that this place offered.

"I finally get to meet you. My precious little girl..."

Her voice was like a melody, soothing and warm as it washed over me. I turned to the sound of it that was almost too familiar, the sight of her veiled countenance taking me aback momentarily. Part of me wanted to be wary of her, to keep her at arm's length away from me and yet a larger part of me wanted to run to her, to get lost i