Roland leaned onto the railing of the balcony and looked out over into the distance where he could see a glimpse of Dunwitty. The graduation party had just
ended, in other words, the last guests had just left. Roland smiled for himself, he just couldn't believe that his twins had graduated from Royal Prep now and
where to set off on new adventures in the fall. He was so proud of both of them, and Sofia of course. She saved everyone tonight.
- Rollie?
Roland turned around and saw Miranda. He smiled and took her into his arms. She laid her head on his shoulder and they just stood like that for some time.
- We could have lost Sofia today, Miranda whispered.
He stroke her hair and hugged her a little tighter.
- I know darling, but we didn't, Sofia is fine, she's safe and so is everyone else, he said.
- I know, it's just. . .
Roland let go of her and took a step back to cup her chin and raise her head so he could look into her beautiful blue eyes.
- It could have happened, he said. I know and the mere thought is horrifying but it didn't happen so please dear, try to not think of the could haves, ok?
A lonely tear rolled down her cheek but she nodded. He kissed her tearstained cheek and then put his arms around her again.
- I love you so much Roland, she whispered.
- I love you more, he whispered back.