A woman has two smiles that an angel might envy, the smile that accepts a lover before words are uttered, and the smile that lights on the first born babe, and assures it of mother's love ~ Thomas C. Haliburton

The very first feeling I felt when I came into this new world was…..amazement. Followed by excruciating pain, something that I clearly wasn't expecting.

Once I was pulled out of the dark void that I've been floating in for a while, I opened my eyes, then shut them immediately as bright lights assaulted them. But I knew...from that short split second...that I can see. Even though that searing light, I was able to make out blurry shapes and figures. Despite the amount of pain I was in, (which was a lot considering how I'm bawling my eyes out) the feeling of joy and wonder overtook my heart.

This was how I discovered my sight in my second life. It had opened up my curiosity and as soon as the pain subsided, I carefully opened my eyes and greedily sucked in the view that was never available to me before.

I was surrounded by colors. There were colors upon colors everywhere I look. I stared in wonder at all the different looking faces that were filled with colors that I've only ever heard about. This was amazing.

One of the faces came closer and lifted me up, carrying me as gently as they could. I didn't blink at all as I took in the new scenery, too afraid that I'll miss something. It seems that we have moved to a different room. But with the way this person is carrying me, I couldn't get a good view of the room.

I felt myself being lifted once more, into another pair of arms. I looked up, curious to see who is holding me, and felt my heart stop.

She was beautiful. I can't explain what color her hair is, or the beautiful shade that her eyes were, but it was filled with so much love directed towards me, that I couldn't help but stare.

Despite the obvious signs of fatigue, her face held so much pride. Pride for both me and herself. Considering the situation, I had no doubt that this woman is my mother. And strangely, for some reason….I didn't mind that.

She gently took my hands into her own, carefully, as if I was made of glass. Despite her gentleness, I was still terrified of the size difference. It would be so easy to simply break my tiny hands with a little bit of force. Babies are fragile little creatures after all.

She whispered soft words to me, and I perked up when I heard the familiar language come out.

'Japanese? Why is she speaking in that language of all things? Am I in Japan?'

"Yue" she spoke softly. "Akima Yue, my beautiful daughter."

I blinked languidly at her. It took me a moment to realize that she was calling out my name….my new name. A sense of finalization came over me.

I wasn't Anne Carter anymore, no, that girl is dead already. Instead, I've been reborn as Akima Yue. I was given a second chance, and I'm sure as hell, not going to waste it.

Second chapter done! So do you guys like how it's turning out so far? I would appreciate it greatly if you guys gave me your opinions and ideas to help me out!

LoveSeasons: (TT~TT) my first reviewer. Thank you so much (TT-TT)! I was planning on updating this chapter next week, but immediately changed my mind when I saw your review.

*edit: I decided to change the name Aya to Yue.

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