Adeline lightly stroked her daughter's head and was lost in her thoughts.
Ariel was now resting her head on her mother's chest and had calmed down a little. She was still taking heavy breaths every once in a while.
Joyce, on the other hand, was trembling badly thinking about what would have happened if that wall hadn't magically appeared to save Ariel.
She looked up at her aunt and then apologized, "I am so sorry, aunty Adeline. I didn't see Ary in time and I almost…" She paused and covered her mouth because her voice cracked up.
Adeline caressed Joyce's hair and said in a consoling tone, "Don't beat yourself up, Joy. Ariel is alright, isn't she?"
Joyce slightly nodded her head even though she was still feeling responsible for what never happened. She couldn't help but think how the situation could have turned out much worse if not for the miracle.
