Chapter 4: A Letter from Alistor

Chapter 4: A Letter from Alistor

November 1st, 1944

My Dearest Brianne,

Your letter arrived just as the first snow began to fall here, turning everything into a quiet, white wonderland. It’s beautiful, but it only makes me wish more that I could be there with you to experience these moments together.

I was overjoyed to hear about the baby shower and that we’re having a son. Atlas—what a strong, powerful name! I can already picture him running around with boundless energy, and I can’t wait to hold him in my arms. Your letters have been a bright light in my days here, and reading about all the joy you’ve been experiencing fills my heart with a kind of happiness I haven’t felt in a long time. I wish I could have been there to celebrate with you, to see your smile and feel the baby’s kicks for myself.

It sounds like the shower was quite the event, with Mom and Aunt Mary going all out. I’ve been imagining the scene—blue and white streamers, tiny booties, and your laughter filling the room. It’s the kind of scene I would have loved to be part of, surrounded by friends and family, celebrating the life we’re bringing into the world. The blanket Aunt Mary made sounds absolutely wonderful. I can picture you holding it close to your heart, and it makes me smile to think of our son wrapped in it.

I’m so proud of you, Brianne. You’re handling everything with such grace and strength, and I know that Atlas is lucky to have you as his mother. I’m trying my hardest to stay focused here and stay safe. The situation is dangerous, and we’re all doing our best to keep our spirits up and get through this. I think of you and our baby constantly, and it’s what keeps me going. Every time I face a challenge or a hardship, I remind myself that it’s all for a future with you and our son.

I want you to know that I’m thinking of you all the time. I know it’s not easy being apart, especially with the baby on the way. Your letters make me feel like I’m right there with you, sharing in the anticipation and the joys. I can’t wait to come home and finally meet Atlas, to see him for the first time and be a part of his life. I’m counting the days until I can hold you both in my arms.

Your letter about the pains you’ve been feeling touched me deeply. It must be so difficult to go through these experiences without me by your side. Please try not to worry too much. The doctor says it’s normal, but I understand how frightening it can be. I wish I could be there to reassure you, to hold you and tell you that everything will be alright. I’m sending all my love and all my strength to you, hoping it can bridge the distance between us.

I know it’s hard to stay positive sometimes, but please remember that I’m doing everything I can to get back to you. Every letter from you, every thought of you and our future together, keeps me going. The war may be taking its toll, but it will end, and when it does, I’ll be there with you, ready to start our new life together.

Please take care of yourself and our little one. Keep dreaming of the day we’ll be reunited and of all the wonderful times we’ll share as a family. I love you more than words can express, and I’m counting the days until I can hold you and our son.

Stay safe, my love. I’ll be home soon.

Yours forever,

Alistor Adonis

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