Chapter 156

Days have gone by with not so much to do, but today is exceptional. It's a sentimental day for me as I part ways with these souls. Deep inside, I am so grateful that they have adopted a new life and are ready to pick up where they left off again. I anticipated this to happen sooner or later, but I am just so confused that I don't know what I am feeling.

A greater part of me wants to hold on to them for a while longer. They, along with my sister and Sheryl, are the ones who have kept me company these past few days. That sh*t with Deep impacted me in a way that I never imagined, but it's a story for another day. Sigh!

All the same, I cannot tie them down. I cannot refute this opportunity to reunite with their families and rebuild their lives. I cannot deny them that happiness. I can never be that selfish. I stare at them as they load their belongings in the vans, the police officers helping them where necessary. All I can do now is pray for them and wish them all the happi