Chapter 172. Mi Nina

Freya POV

Ellie slowly turned her head toward the sound of my voice. Her eyes widened slightly when they landed on me and a soft, familiar smile spread across her face.

“Freya…?” Her voice was weak, but it was her voice. After so many years of barely being able to speak, hearing it again made my knees feel weak.

I didn’t move at first. My feet felt glued to the floor. I don’t know why but I still refused to believe I’m seeing grandmama again. Is this real? After all these years of praying, waiting, and hoping… was she really here?

My steps were slow and hesitant as I walked toward her, almost afraid that if I moved too fast, she would disappear like a dream. My heart was pounding so hard it felt like it might burst out of my chest. Please don’t let this be a dream. Please let this be real.

I stopped right in front of her wheelchair. With trembling fingers, I reached out and gently touched her cheek, as if I needed to confirm she was really there.