"Why?".
Iris's voice rang like an echo, wondering why Nina gave her permission with no remorse or hesitation at all.
The girl before her tilted her head, unsure as to what answer she should give to her mother. Nina crossed her arms together with knitted brows, stumbling upon words in her mouth.
"Um, I want Mom to enjoy her life more".
"My life?". Iris blinked, her glimmering eyes stared at the girl's crumpling expression.
"I know, Mom had sacrificed many things for me in the past". Nina paused before nodding. "That's why I want you to live freely and do whatever you want. I have people here who care about me and treat me like family. I'm fine now".
"Nina, but".
Before Iris said a word, Nina stepped forward and wrapped her tiny hands around the Elven Girl's neck tightly.
The warmth that enveloped Iris soothed the ragged waves that wreaked havoc in her mind, clearing her vision to see the world in light.
