Her Guardian Devil

Left Alone

Hi! My name is Susan, I am a 15-year-old girl, living with my mother Jennet in Chester City. Let me introduce my family to you. My mother, Jennet, is my only family member. She is a beautiful, strong lady and, by profession, she is a marketing director in a small profitable company in Chester City. I am a high school girl living the best time of my life with my friends and my mom. But happiness didn't last longer. Today, I have come in the graveyard with aunt Soniya to bury my mother.

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Reminiscent

It's summer in July in the UK. One day, when I was at school, I received a call from Aunt Soniya. Aunt Soniya is my mother's best friend and colleague. They have known each other since I was a child. She called me to school and informed me to come to Chester City Hospital.

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POV Susan

Hello? Yes Aunt Soniya. Why? What happened? Is mom ok?

Yes, I am coming.

I informed my class teacher that I have been summoned to hospital due to some emergency.

I ran towards the gate of the school, a taxi was waiting outside. I boarded the taxi and ordered the driver to go to City Hospital as soon as possible. The driver stepped on the accelerator and within 25 minutes I reached there.

When I was entering through the gate, I was so nervous and panting at the same time that I would collapse at any time.

I went straight to the receptionist and saw Aunt Soniya doing some paperwork there.

Seeing me in that state, she was worried, and I saw her swallow her eyes, which probably caused due to sobbing.

She hugged me, and before I could say anything she said Susan, "Jennet is not well...." Please be strong for her and for me.

I was shocked and asked her what happened, aunt Soniya? She was doing fine a week before when she went on her business trip in Singapore. Aunt Soniya replied that it was her excuse so that you wouldn't be worried about her.

I was angry and at a same time worried for my mom. Why? What happened?

Aunt Soniya replied your mother has been suffering from a viral fever for the past few weeks and didn't want to make you worry, so I admitted her in the hospital, and she made me make a promise that I wouldn't tell you anything about her sickness. I thought she would be better after her treatment. But doctor said her condition is worsening day by day and they are unable to find the root cause of her health. She is becoming week day by day. That's why I called you here.

I am sorry Susan, I shouldn't have kept things from you. I am really very sorry.

I was at a loss of words. After a few moments of silence I asked can I see her?

Aunt Soniya replied yes, of course come with me.

She led me to the emergency room where I saw her lying on a bed with some healthcare attendees and doctor.

It was five days ago and today is the day I am at graveyard to bid my last farewell to my mom.

My mother hold a strong position in the company. That's why other directors came to her funeral and also arranged it.

Two hours ago, at the hospital, for the last time, I touched my mom's cold hands in a hope that she would wake up and say "Surprise Suzy, how did you like my prank this time?"