This Path I Chose

by hourglassthorne

Of all the people who could have been a TURK, Elena seemed the most unlikely person to don the black suit. What could have happened to motivate her towards the Shinra beaten path. A series of drabbles & short stories...

5. Age 18: Via PHS

Disclaimer: I do not make any legal claim to any character or setting described within this or any fanwork I create. These are the property of SquareEnix.

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Age 18: Via PHS

:incoming call... unknown number... connect(y/n):
:(y):

"Hello?"

"Elena?"

"...Daddy? Daddy is that you?"

"Yes angel. It's me."

"God! Do you have any idea how long it's been!"

"Elena I'm sorry, I—"

"Nonono... It's ok Daddy. I'm just glad to hear your voice."

"No. It's not ok, Elena. We both know it. That's part of why I'm calling."

"Daddy? What's going on?"

"I'm retiring."

"..."

"Elena? Are you there? "

"...I'm sorry, Daddy... For a moment I could've sworn you just said—"

"I did. I'm leaving ShinRa and TURKS. I'll be home before the end of the month."

"..."

"Oh now... Don't cry Elena..."

"I'm sorry Daddy... I'm just so happy. I've missed you so much."

"And I you, angel. There's so much I have to make up for. I'm sorry Elena. "

"It's ok Daddy. I forgive you. Soon as you get home we can start making new, happier memories to make up for all the time we've lost. Maybe we can even move someplace else and make a fresh start of everything? I hear Rocket Town is really nice, and much warmer than Icicle Inn. Or maybe even Mideel? I've never been down to the islands before."

"We'll see. For now I have to go. One of my men's just arrived. We'll continue this conversation later, alright?"

"Sure, Daddy. I'll keep my PHS on me at all times. Call me whenever you get the chance. I love you, Daddy."

:call disconnected: