HAMERTON
“So you’re
leaving?” Natalie asked
“Yes.” Caitlin replied
“And where are you going to
study?”
“You mean which school?”
Natalie nodded
“Hamerton”
“Is it in town?” Mrs. Bradley
asked sitting opposite the two.
“Yes in London.” Caitlin
replied.
“But, why?” Natalie said in a
disappointed way.
“I don’t understand
personally. Father just came home and said; ‘children! Pack. We’re leaving!”
she tried to imitate her father’s voice.
Natalie giggled.
“You’re laughing.” Caitlin
reckoned.
“I will really miss you my
friend.” She said.
“Are you coming back?” Mrs.
Bradley asked.
“I don’t think so. Ever since
mom died, dad really wanted to keep us far away from her memories. She bought
us the house that we are living in and there are all her belongings; lots of pictures
and stuff… things she treasured.” She paused. “Dad wants us; me and my brother
away from all that. He says it hurts him because she’s gone and the boy is only
eight.” She sighed.
“I’m very sorry Caitlin”
Natalie coaxed.
“In one way or another... your
father may be right.” Mrs. Bradley said.
“Mom?” Natalie called
frowning. “Caitlin is my best friend and she’s leaving.”
“I know that but, it may be
good for her and her brother.”
“Probably…” Caitlin sighed.
“What!” Natalie snapped.
Caitlin rose. “I have to go
now…I guess”
Mrs. Bradley rose too.
“Caitlin, you’re not going
anywhere.” Natalie said.
“I must Natalie. We’re taking
a plane that leaves at 4:00am tomorrow and I haven’t even begun packing yet.”
Natalie rose as well.
“Hug your friend Natalie.”
Mrs. Bradley asked.
to be continued
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