Asteria Celeste Averix Levington I had no choice but to return to where I truly belong, to where my heart lies. “Are you ready, baby?” I asked Zyrone, who was holding his toy plane. As I packed our things, I checked on him, making sure he was prepared for what lay ahead. After so many years, the thought of going home finally crossed my mind. Then, I received a call from my parents. My mother cried, expressing how much she missed me. I’m not sure how they found out where I was, but I don’t care anymore. The important thing is that I’ve spoken to them. I realized that I truly need to return to where I came from. There are still many people who love me and are waiting for me there. “Mommy, is it cold there?” Zyrone asked, his finger in his mouth. I quickly scolded him, reminding him not

