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Chapter 22 - We always have enough to be happy if we enjoy what we have and not worry about what we don’t have

Eventually, Eleo reached Oriana's house, his luggages were brought to a room on the second floor. He rested in the hall for a while before going up to his room. Oriana guided him to his room which was located beside her room. Oriana helped him to unpack his stuff and a while later they were called to have dinner by the servant as it was almost dinner time. When they went down, they saw Mr. and Mrs. Summer at the dining hall. Oriana's parents were really pleased to see Eleo's presence at their house as they adored him a lot. While having their dinner, Mrs. Summer asked Eleo whether he was comfortable living in their house. He was quite shy and nodded as he agreed with her question. She also told that she would assign Eleo's previous tuition teachers to teach him at their house but he told her that he would like to join Oriana's tuition classes.

After dinner, Oriana's parents went to rest in their room. On the other hand, Oriana followed Eleo into his room to chat with him. The school break would end in a few days and Eleo was trying to catch up with his homework. Oriana offered to help him but he refused as he was still able to finish it before school started. While Oriana was roaming around his room, Eleo's mother called him and he looked a little hesitant. Oriana patted his shoulder and answered the call.

She put the call in speakers and spoke, "Hi, aunty. I'm Oriana. Eleo with me also."

Oriana nudged Eleo and signed him to speak as well. He voiced, "Hi, mom. How are you?"

"Hi, Eleo and Oriana. I'm fine, dear. What about both of you? Everything is okay there?" questioned Mrs. Horus.

Eleo answered, "Yes, mom. Everything is fine."

"Oh, yeah! Probably I will be visiting you this week for two days only. The weather is much better now," expressed Mrs. Horus.

Eleo was blessed to hear about the news and replied, "That's great, mom! I will be waiting for you."

Oriana was glad to see Eleo's delighted face and after chatting for some time, Oriana left to sleep in her room. Eleo continued to do his homework and later moved to his bed. His thoughts were wandering around with all the incidents that happened to him throughout the whole year. He kept thinking about the coming year and it would be a tough year as he would be in his final year of school life.

The following day, Eleo went for his appointment. As usual, Oriana updated Mrs. Horus about Eleo's progress. After looking at the pictures sent by Oriana, Mrs. Horus called her. She stated that she was grateful for Eleo's health recovery and also informed that she would be bringing Mr. Horus and Adrian with her to meet with Eleo tomorrow. However, she asked Oriana to keep it as a secret from Eleo.

On the way back home, Oriana cheerfully told Eleo that his mother's flight was scheduled for tonight. He probably can meet his mother tomorrow evening. Eleo was dumbfounded to hear it as Mrs. Horus mentioned she would come this week but he didn't expect it would be that soon. He also wondered the reason she didn't mention Adrian since he was having a semester holiday as well. However, Eleo was thankful to meet his mother after so long. Adding to his happiness was when the doctor mentioned that he no longer needed to use crutches to assist in walking but he probably walked unsteadily since he got used to crutching for quite a long time.

The next day evening, Eleo waited at the airport with Oriana for his mother's arrival and he was stunned for a moment when his whole family came out of the plane. Eleo hugged them for some time and his mother teared with happiness. Oriana invited them to her house for dinner and she also informed her parents about Eleo's family's arrival. After having a well-served dinner, Eleo and his parents left for their house. They brought Eleo along as they have planned some gatherings for the next two days.

The first thing in the next morning, Eleo's parents went to the police headquarters to follow up with his case and they would continue with their holiday plans. Eleo seemed bummed after some inquiries by the police officer. So in order to cheer him up, his parents took him to a shopping mall. Eleo's parents dragged both Eleo and Adrian to almost every store to buy something for them. Then, they moved to another floor and his parents were still excited to buy more things for them. However, Eleo was exhausted because he started to feel pain in his leg after walking for quite some time. Adrian worried about his brother and requested him to have some rest yet Eleo refused and continued walking with them.

On that occasion, Oriana who just left a stationary shop spotted Eleo and his family walking quite a distance from her. She also noticed Eleo who was hobbling and unable to catch up with his parents. Hence, Oriana strided the opposite way and met Eleo's parents. She intended to delay them by chatting with them so that Eleo could rest on the bench nearby. Eleo thought Oriana coincidentally met them in the mall. After resting for a few minutes, Eleo walked towards Oriana and his parents with Adrian.

He asked Oriana, "Hye, what are you doing here? Want to join us for lunch?"

Oriana answered, "Oh, just buying some school stuff. It's okay, Eleo. I'm going to meet my friend after this."

Eleo's parents and Adrian headed to a restaurant, leaving Oriana and Eleo behind. When Eleo started to follow them, Oriana whispered to him, "Take care of yourself." Eleo patted Oriana's head and softly said, "I will. See you later."

Mr. Horus and his family went back home after watching a movie and they planned to spend the rest of the day at home. On the second day, Eleo eagerly waited for his parents but they left for their office after receiving an urgent call from the manager. They came back home in the evening and they would depart at night. All of them had their tea time and after conversing for some time, they went to pack their luggages.

In the meantime waiting for them, Eleo texted Oriana about their departure. When Eleo and his family reached the airport, they met Oriana who was waiting for them near the entrance. Even though Eleo was heavy-hearted, he felt the burden he carried the whole year was lifted after meeting up with his family and spending time with them. He was able to breathe smoothly and ready to face the next year more courageously. Oriana standing beside him, holding his arm while waving at his parents and Adrian. Even at the moment, his family's figure faded while they walked further, he felt a huge encouragement through Oriana's presence.