Dear Tommy,

Today wasn't a very bright day. I mean, the weather was wonderful and all, like you could except from a spring day, even though we're in November. But I guess you can't be that happy when you attend your best friend's funeral. Lee was here too. He wasn't even wearing his chapka. Hoagie had left his helmet and goggles home. Even Harvey was there. He tried to hide it, but I clearly saw tears rolling on his cheeks. My mom wanted me to braid my hair, so I'd look more serious and all, but I decided to wear it in high ponytails, because in your letter you said you liked them and it was our last meeting so yeah, I kept them. And Harvey didn't mock me.

I cried a lot, because I knew it was the last time I could see you before a long time. And I had your last letter in my mind, like I had learned it by heart… which wouldn't be that surprising from the number of times I read it.

When I first read it, I was so happy that you called me your "best friend", because that's how I see you too. I'm also glad that I made you feel that special and unique, even though I think it was my duty, not as a KND operative, but as your friend, as someone who deeply cares. And you didn't need to thank me for the visits and gifts, I did all of this because I love you. It didn't bother me at all, don't worry! KND missions are nothing compared to your happiness and your smile. Same goes for my help with your hero costume. Because I see you as a real friend, not Numbuh T, not "The Tommy", but simply as you, Thomas Gilligan. I hope the feeling is mutual but judging by your words it is.

However, it will hurt not to have "The Tommy" protecting me from the Six Gum Gang and other bullies at lunch time, even though I know another will, it won't be the same. However, I try to smile and be happy for you, because I know that up in the sky, you've reunited with your daddy and it's great for both of you. Don't worry for your mommy and Hoagie. Even though I know you'll watch them, we'll take care of them too. I know Hoagie can count on Nigel, Kuki, Wally and his Abby; I'll make sure your mom never feels alone. Without doubt, it'll be hard for them, but everyone will do their best so they're not alone in this terrible moment.

I want to apologize if it was painful for you to read the description of your own burial, but I thought that you might be busy with Saint Peter or something like that, or maybe enjoying your reunion with your daddy.

I have decided to visit you at least three times a week. I don't want you to feel forgotten, because believe me, you won't be. No one sees you only as "Hoagie's lil bro" anymore, I swear. Everyone knows how bravely you fought against your disease, and how you wanted to protect us all, and how you were a wonderful friend, and how you were the best there is. You might be gone physically but you'll always be in our hearts. I know it sounds kind of cheesy and overused! But it's true. I know I shouldn't let regrets and memories overwhelm present, but you're a part of my life that can't be taken away, like air.

In your letter, you also talk about my fear of dark. And I'm very flattered that you strongly believe I can win against it. So I will, because I don't want to disappoint you. I'll try to imagine, every time I'm in a dark room, that you're hiding in the darkness, observing me and protecting me, like a silent and invisible angel. Yeah, this way I won't be afraid of dark anymore.

I'll finish this letter soon, as mum is calling me. But not before adding something: in the end of your letter, you tell me that you'll watch me from the sky. And I know you will because you've never lied before. Then, I'll wipe my tears away (sorry if the ink leaked on the paper) and stand up, because I want you to be proud of me, I want to show you that thinking of you, I'll be stronger.

You taught me so many things, thank you so much Tommy. You taught me the meaning of friendship; you taught me that being rejected can strengthen someone instead of weaken him.

I have to leave now. So I'll let those words on my night table, hoping that an angel will come during the night, take it and bring it to you…

I hope you're happy with your daddy.

I love you.

Your friend, Sonya.

And this was Sonya answer. I hope it conveys a message of hope. That was what I was aiming for at least ^^" I hope you enjoyed it ! Don't hesitate to review ^^ and thanks for reading ! ~ Maple Princess