" We'll get out of this Avon. I promise"
As they were just walking back home they met a crowd of people waiting for them with their children.
The rumor had been spread already about what happened from the school.
" Mrs Allen, We heard that your child is possessed wott spirits.." A sharp tongued woman said.
Allen knew that she was in trouble. She first put Avon behind her and then said.
" It's not true. Who said so ?" Allen asked.
" Our children saw it with their eyes. Your daughter moved everything with her eyes." Another woman reported.
" True, We can't live with you in this town anymore. Please take your child away with you. Our children are not safe!" The third man begged.
" Avon is just a child. How dare you think that he presence is dangerous for your children ?" Allen asked not believing this.
" Our children were all scared and they said they can't go to school unless Your daughter is expelled. Please leave our town!"
" Leave our town ! Leave our town !" People started singing in chorus.
" I got married here, I won't leave. This is my home.." Allen vowed.
" Your husband already died. You and us have no connection now. Leave out town !" They said again and before Allen who could say something again people begun throwing to her eggs, cabbages, potatoes and all the other stuff that they came across.
" Mommy ?" Avon cried in tears.
Allen quickly closed Avon's eyes with her palm so that she doesn't witness this. Otherwise she would lose control again.
After throwing things at her, some people departed,
Evelyn escaped from the crowd and came to Allen.
" Allen.." She called.
On hearing her friend's voice and the noise reduce she unfolded Avon's eyes and looked at Evelyn.
Evelyn hugged Allen in tears.
" I am so sorry. There's no way I could help."
The three went back to Allen's house and after having a shower she sat to talk to Evelyn.
"I'm leaving the town tomorrow," Allen said, her voice firm.
Evelyn's eyes widened in surprise. "What? Why?"
Allen hesitated, unsure how much to reveal. "It's not safe for Avon here. The townspeople are getting more and more hostile."
Evelyn nodded, understanding. "I've seen the way they look at her. I'm sorry, Allen. I wish I could do more to help."
Allen smiled, grateful for her friend's support. "You've done enough, Evelyn. Just promise me you'll keep an eye on the shop and make sure everything runs smoothly."
Evelyn nodded, tears welling up in her eyes. "I promise, Allen. Be careful, and don't forget to stay in touch."
As they hugged goodbye, Allen felt a sense of sadness wash over her.
She was leaving behind the only home she had known for years, and she didn't know what the future held.
***
The next morning, Allen and Avon set off early, eager to leave the town and its hostile residents behind.
They walked in silence, their footsteps echoing through the empty streets.
As they reached the outskirts of the town, Allen felt a sense of relief wash over her. They were finally free.
Avon, sensing Allen's emotions, looked up at her with a smile. "Where are we going, Mommy?" she asked, her eyes sparkling with excitement.
Allen smiled back, feeling a sense of hope and possibility. "We'll figure it out together" she said. "We'll find a place where you can be yourself, without fear of judgment or persecution."
As they walked, the sun rose higher in the sky, casting a warm glow over the landscape.
Allen felt a sense of optimism, knowing that they were embarking on a new journey together.
They got a train to Lilama. The city of the country. Allen had a sister there so it's the only option she had.
After a long and tiring journey, Allen and Avon finally arrived at the train station in LiLama, the country's bustling capital city.
As they stepped off the train, Avon's eyes widened in wonder at the towering skyscrapers and bustling streets.
"Wow, Mommy, look!" Avon exclaimed, tugging on Allen's hand. "This city is so big and noisy!"
Allen smiled, feeling a sense of excitement and possibility. "Yes Avon, LiLama is a very special place. We'll make a new life here with your Aunty "
As they made their way through the crowded station, Allen couldn't help but feel a sense of hope and renewal.
They were starting fresh, leaving the troubles of their old life behind.
After arriving in LiLama, Allen and Avon made their way to Dora's place, Allen's sister. As they walked up to the cozy little house, Avon looked up at Allen with excitement.
"Is this where my aunt lives, Mommy?" Avon asked, bouncing up and down.
Allen smiled, feeling a sense of relief and comfort. "Yes, Avon, this is Dora's place. She's going to be so happy to see us."
As they reached the front door, it swung open, and Dora enveloped Allen and Avon in a warm hug.
"Allen! Avon! It's so great to see you!" Dora exclaimed, beaming with joy. "Come on in, come on in! I've got dinner ready."
As they entered the cozy house, Avon's eyes widened in wonder at the warm and welcoming atmosphere.
While Avon begun playing with dolls, Allen sat down to talk to Dora.
"Dora, I have to tell you something," Allen said, her voice barely above a whisper. "Avon... she has powers."
" What are you talking about ?" Dora asked in confusion,
" She can make things move with her mind, and she can sense things that are going to happen before they do. She can control…"
" You are crazy right ?" Dora asked not believing it.
" Well, How should I explain ?" Allen asked in disbelief and then called Avon over to them.
" Look at this.." Allen said getting a small knife that Dora had been using to cut some fruits.
" What are you doing ?" Dora asked in worry as she watched Allen make a small cut across Avon's hand.
Dora opened her jaws in disbelief.
Avon groaned in pain but after the blood and wound disappeared in just seconds.
Allen looked at Dora as if to show her proof.
Dora's eyes widened in surprise, but she didn't interrupt. She now believed.
" Mommy, Why did you do that ?" The little girl asked.
" I am so sorry. Was it painful ?, Did you feel anything ?"
" A little. But it's gone." Avon smiled showing off her clean hand.
" Ooh, Go back and play,"
Allen placed the small knife which still had Avon's blood stain on it back on the table.
She continued, telling Dora about the strange occurrences that had been happening since Avon was born.
Dora listened attentively, her expression thoughtful. When Allen finished speaking, Dora took her hand.
"We'll figure this out together, Allen," Dora said, her voice filled with determination.
"We'll find a way to help Avon control her powers, and we'll keep her safe."
Allen felt a sense of relief wash over her. She knew that she could count on Dora to support her and Avon.