(Arata)
I would never have imagined that my parents could take a life. Ranold was correct in his assumptions.
How much pain was in their past lives?
How much had they hidden so the darkness wouldn't come for us?
But I guess when it comes down to one's family and the urge to protect them, a person could go to any length.
Even killing.
Baba placed his hand on my shoulder, and his determined eyes remained locked with me.
"Even if I have to do it again…to protect you. I will. Without any questions asked…without any hesitation. You are the most precious to us, Arata."
Tears slipped out of my eyes at the thought of how much Baba had done to keep us safe. Having the guilt of taking a life mustn't have been easy. Not that I could relate but I could very well understand. Even imagining it made my soul scream.
Baba brushed them away with the tip of his fingers. Anguish was apparent on his face.
