A Touching Encounter (3)

"Mom," Scarlett held her mother's hand while walking toward the gate. "What are you erasing in—" A loud explosion could be heard before Scarlett could finish her words. 

Boom!

Everyone turned and was shocked to see the two-story house engulfed in flames.

Scarlett was rendered speechless. Her mother was incredible, erasing her presence by destroying the house.

"Mom, you're amazing!" Scarlett grinned while walking beside her towards their car. Rosalie could only smile to respond to her. 

For almost two decades, Scarlett only knew that her mother had already died. But apparently, she was wrong. Her mother lived. Now she could see her mother again in a healthy condition and more beautiful than she remembered.

It was still hard for Scarlett to believe that the woman who held her hand was her mother. She could feel her warmth and hear her voice after so many years had passed. 

"Mom, I'm so happy to find—"