Chapter 24 Biological Father
Artuna Nation’s Pov
Fished
After I loand a place to rest all that Hu do way to find a job. I had to maintain a monthly income so that I could return Setan Ids money each month Thad strategically evaluated my situation even before I came to the town. Since the town had been developing in recent years, and since they had a hospital, I figured that I could stick to my old job. I was a person of action–I headed to the town hospital to ask for a job right after unpacking my luggage
Thad quite an impressive resume, so the dean of the hospital didn’t hesitate much before hiring me. They were only concerned that the salary they offered wouldn’t be enough for me. However, I had prepared myself to receive a lower pay than what I got in Grimslale. What the hospital offered was nearly half the amount of what I used to get, but I figured that I could settle with it since the cost of living was much lower here as well.
Egot home from the hospital, I found Lukas lazing around on the front porch, enjoying the sun. “No plans today?” I greeted lum. He gave me a lazy glance. “I don’t have anything to do, so I thought Id just stay home. Someone came to look for you earlier, and he left his name card. Here you go.”
I walked over and glanced at the name card with a curious look on my face. I was shocked to see the words James Mottley printed on the card, and I hastily kept the card away after that. “Thank you.” Then, I hurried back into my room. My heart continued racing for a long while after that James Afottley. I’ve heard of this name in the letters that Mom left behind. This person in my biological father…
I had decided to look for him and hand him some of the things Mom had left for him, but I hadn’t expected him to come to me before I could reach out to him, I was at a loss for a while. Once I managed to calm myself down, I dialed the number on the card. The person on the other end of the line picked up almost immediately–it was as if he had been waiting for my call. “Is this. Ariana?” He sounded like he was a middle–aged man.
“Yes, that’s me. Did you ask for me? Is anything the matter?” I asked in a relatively hostile voice. James took a deep breath. “Ariana. Lowe you and your mom an apology. For some reason, his words triggered my emotions. “You have no right to talk about my mother!”
The man sighed. “I know. I don’t have the right to say anything. I was the one who caused you guys so much pain. Trust me- I’ll try my best to make it all up to you. I’m staying at a hotel nearby. Let’s meet up if you’re free. A while ago, I had just decided that I would meet this man, but when he suggested meeting, I felt myself questioning my decision. I’ve never met my biological father… How much hatred do I really have for him? I don’t know what I’m supposed to feel about meeting him
I was silent for a long while, and it seemed like James could tell that I was rather hesitant. “You can call me once you’ve made your decision. I’ll be around for a few more days, so we still have some time. You should take care of yourself now that you’re living on your own. You can tell me if you need any money,” he uttered.
I found myself amused by his sudden show of care. In a bout of annoyance, I ended the call without saying anything else. The skies were turning dark, and the sound of insects, birds, frogs, and a bunch of other creatures, played in my ears like an orchestra of nature. I couldn’t fall asleep, so I pulled out the box my mother had left behind and took a look at its contents again. Then, I sent James a text and suggested a venue where we could meet. I figured that I was just going to get it over with since I had to meet him eventually. I’ll meet him once, and we can cut all ties after that.
Lukas walked out of the house just as I was about to head out with all the letters in my hand. “Where are you going?” he asked I felt rather uneasy. “I couldn’t fall asleep, so I’m going out for a walk.”
“I’ll go with you,” Lukas offered as he placed a cigarette between his lips.
1 didn’t know what to say for a moment. “I–It’s fine. I’m fine. I’m familiar with the place, and I’ll be back soon. Thanks”
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