Elisia woke up to the sound of hurried footsteps and booming thunder. Darkness had engulfed the entire house, making it difficult for the small child to see anything clearly.
"Mom? Dad?" she mumbled as she stumbled out of her room. Despite the darkness, Elisia navigated the hallways of their small yet lively house with confidence. Her father had been adamant about training her to be fearless in the face of adversity. Although a blackout could be considered an adversity for a young child, Elisia wasn't scared. She knew the layout of the house and where her parents' bedroom was located.
Walking through the darkness, Elisia's hands touched the cold walls as she whispered her parents' names. However, as thunder roared and lightning continued to strike outside, her brave spirit began to waver
