22 years ago.

ALEXAKIS

Talk to her, she said. Talk to her before finalizing anything.

I couldn't believe that I listened to Claire and was currently on my way to see the older woman. It had looked like it was such an easy feat when Claire had said it, but now I was not so sure for my sanity if the woman who was my mother and I get talking. How could I have allowed Claire to push me into this? Was it because she offered me comfort?

A smile crept up my lips as I remembered that little scene between us. The way I just held on to her like she was all that I ever needed ever since I came to the beginning of my existence. And technically, yes, she was the only one I needed. At least, at the moment when I felt all alone in this strange place.

The sun must mirror my mood because it reflected as such -not shining brightly, just releasing enough warmth to keep the earth from being cold.

"Thinking you've hit the jackpot?"

I heard a male voice snarl behind me. Without turning around, I knew who it was. "Kier