"Your word made me recall that you are the last person I didn't bid farewell to after I took on this mission," Stephanie didn't let Bella complete what she had to say.
"You can save it...,"
"Although I hated you and even doubted your intentions in the past, the truth is that I have grown to like you quite a lot," Stephanie mumbled.
A painful smile crept onto her face when she recalled the past.
"We have been through a lot and overcame a lot more. Apart from my step-siblings and stepmother, you are another person in this world who has witnessed every stage and growth of my life. You were there like you weren't...," Her smile broadened.
It was rare to see Bella emotional and Stephanie managed to stir the pretty lady's emotions up.
"I know you are even older than my ancestors and it would be funny to say that I see you as a friend and family but that is exactly how I feel...,"