Chapter 4
It was 9'O clock and the Aldine family had completed their breakfast by then..
Right now, Zaina and Cordelia were in the latter's room and checking the things..
Zaina Sauveterre (Aldine)/ FL's Mother
Your devices? (looking at the list in her hands)
Cordelia
(shows her the backpack) Done.
Cordelia
Chargers and charging station is also in there.
Zaina Sauveterre (Aldine)/ FL's Mother
Okay. Comforter and eye mask?
Cordelia
(checks the luggage) Yes, there's also bedsheets and towels and my robe.
Zaina Sauveterre (Aldine)/ FL's Mother
Then, did you take your clothes hangers?
Cordelia
Yes. The toiletries, alarm clock, laundry detergent, dish soap was all in that box which had just been taken out.
Zaina Sauveterre (Aldine)/ FL's Mother
Mattress topper? Oh, I packed it.
Zaina Sauveterre (Aldine)/ FL's Mother
Then your stationery?
Cordelia
Yes. It's all in that box. (points to a small box)
Zaina Sauveterre (Aldine)/ FL's Mother
That's quite big for only stationery.
Cordelia
My makeup bag is also there. Pillows are in it too.
Zaina Sauveterre (Aldine)/ FL's Mother
Alright. I packed everything else.
Zaina Sauveterre (Aldine)/ FL's Mother
So, the next thing in the list...Cordelia.
Cordelia
Yes, I'm also ready!
Zaina Sauveterre (Aldine)/ FL's Mother
Then this list is done.
Zaina Sauveterre (Aldine)/ FL's Mother
Oh, almost forgot. Did you take your documents? Health certificate, driving licence and all? And the joining letter?
Cordelia
All my documents are packed and inside this backpack.
Zaina Sauveterre (Aldine)/ FL's Mother
Alright. All the boxes are foldable, so keep them with you for storage. Did you pack your coats?
Cordelia
I took two or three coats. Mom, no one's luggage would be bigger than mine. (points at the large suitcase)
Zaina Sauveterre (Aldine)/ FL's Mother
That's true. Liam is downstairs waiting for you. Let's go.
Zaina Sauveterre (Aldine)/ FL's Mother
Did you take your wallet?
Zaina Sauveterre (Aldine)/ FL's Mother
(already staring at her)
Cordelia
I forgot. (went back to the room to get her wallet)
Ardere Sauveterre (Aldine)/FL's Father
Where's she?
Zaina Sauveterre (Aldine)/ FL's Mother
She went back to get her wallet.
Ardere Sauveterre (Aldine)/FL's Father
Oh, by wallet, I remembered that I have yet to give this to her. (takes out a black card from his wallet)
Zaina Sauveterre (Aldine)/ FL's Mother
You remember it now? After 3 years?
Ardere Sauveterre (Aldine)/FL's Father
Well..it has got 3 years worth money in it. 😅
Ardere Sauveterre (Aldine)/FL's Father
Oh, you're here. Here, this is yours. (gives her the card)
Cordelia
The card I stubbornly asked for 3 years ago.. (takes the card) I'll use it wisely.
Ardere Sauveterre (Aldine)/FL's Father
Del, you remember what I told you earlier?
Cordelia
If a guy harasses me, I simply have to break his bones and walk away like nothing happened. And if the matter escalates, call you.
Ardere Sauveterre (Aldine)/FL's Father
I knew she's smart.
Zaina Sauveterre (Aldine)/ FL's Mother
Why are you making her a bully like you?
Ardere Sauveterre (Aldine)/FL's Father
It's not called being bully, it called being badass.
Ardere Sauveterre (Aldine)/FL's Father
And my water ruler was born badass.
Cordelia
I'm Cordelia after all. I don't fear people, people fear me.
Ardere Sauveterre (Aldine)/FL's Father
And that's how a true Aldine should be.
Cordelia
Wasn't that supposed to be a secret? Us being Aldine?
Zaina Sauveterre (Aldine)/ FL's Mother
It's a top secret. Shhh..🤫
Ardere Sauveterre (Aldine)/FL's Father
🤐
Three of them glanced at each other, before bursting out laughing..
Ardere Sauveterre (Aldine)/FL's Father
Alright, let's go out. Liam is waiting.
With that, three of them walked out, where Liam was sitting on his G-wagon's bonet, looking at his phone..
Liam Adler
(turns to her) !
Cordelia
What's up? You don't look good. Why is your face so red? Do you have a fever?
Liam Adler
Red? No, it's because of heat.
Cordelia
But you're an Army Lieutenant. You should be accustomed to it. Do you really feel fine?
Liam Adler
I'm fine. Don't worry.
Ardere Sauveterre (Aldine)/FL's Father
...
Ardere Sauveterre (Aldine)/FL's Father
Liam, your job is to protect Del. Never let this thought slip away from your mind.
Ardere Sauveterre (Aldine)/FL's Father
Being careless with her might result in consequence.
Liam Adler
..Yes, Monsieur.
Cordelia
Oh, btw, are those guys also coming?
Liam Adler
Yes. Don't worry, we'll make sure not to disrupt your life. Just spend your days like you usually do.
Cordelia
Alright. Then which car am I taking now? I can only get my car at Paris.
Zaina Sauveterre (Aldine)/ FL's Mother
Oh, I forgot to mention that I asked them to deliver the car halfway. So you can enjoy the ride. It's in Dijon.
Zaina Sauveterre (Aldine)/ FL's Mother
It's in the parking of the Grand Hôtel La Cloche.
Zaina Sauveterre (Aldine)/ FL's Mother
I've sent you the guy's contact information. Talk to him once you reach Dijon.
Liam Adler
You can take my car till then.
Cordelia
Thanks. (looks at her wristwatch) It's time.
She went towards her parents and gave them a hug..
Cordelia
I'll rock in this one as well!
Ardere Sauveterre (Aldine)/FL's Father
That's my girl!
Zaina Sauveterre (Aldine)/ FL's Mother
Call me if you need anything.
Cordelia
Alright. See ya..
Zaina Sauveterre (Aldine)/ FL's Mother
Have a safe trip. ☺️
Ardere Sauveterre (Aldine)/FL's Father
Call us when you get the car and reach the destination.
Ardere Sauveterre (Aldine)/FL's Father
And send me the car's picture too.
Cordelia
Alright. (gets inside the car) See you soon!
Zaina Sauveterre (Aldine)/ FL's Mother
Take care!
Ardere Sauveterre (Aldine)/FL's Father
Rule the place!!
Cordelia
I was born to rule anyway!!
The car started and drove away..Ardere and Zaina kept watching even after the car completely disappeared from their sights..
Zaina Sauveterre (Aldine)/ FL's Mother
Will she be fine?
Ardere Sauveterre (Aldine)/FL's Father
If she can't even overcome such a little thing, then she won't be our daughter.
Zaina Sauveterre (Aldine)/ FL's Mother
You knew this would happen..that's why you made her mentally and physically strong from such a young age..you made her mature so young just for this moment..
Ardere Sauveterre (Aldine)/FL's Father
I'm sorry for keeping it from you. I didn't want you to worry too much..
Zaina Sauveterre (Aldine)/ FL's Mother
Kai, we're husband and wife. You don't have to suffer alone and keep things to yourself in fear that I would worry.
Zaina Sauveterre (Aldine)/ FL's Mother
Seeing you bottled up hurts me more.
Zaina Sauveterre (Aldine)/ FL's Mother
And, worrying about Del is never going to be done. Parents will always worry for their children.
Ardere Sauveterre (Aldine)/FL's Father
I'll make sure to tell you everything from next time.
Ardere Sauveterre (Aldine)/FL's Father
(sighs) Del is not home..it feels so quiet..
Zaina Sauveterre (Aldine)/ FL's Mother
Yeah..
Ardere Sauveterre (Aldine)/FL's Father
Let's go on a date. It's been a while since we went on one.
Zaina Sauveterre (Aldine)/ FL's Mother
Okay. It's no fun being at home when Del is not their anyway.
Zaina Sauveterre (Aldine)/ FL's Mother
So where are we going?
Cordelia
(waiting for Elise to come down)
Cordelia
You look young. How old are you?
Cordelia
A Lieutenant General at such an young age..and here I'm, spending my days doing nothing..
Liam Adler
Winning international piano competitions is not nothing.
Cordelia
That's just a hobby. I don't do anything in general except for blogging sometimes.
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