This is a tree that held memories, that has witnessed the changes in my life, from a young age where I was happy and care-free till today. After that incident I never came back. I never thought that I could bare such pain that would go through me but as I stood in front of the beautiful god given gift I couldn't help but sigh with relief.

I almost forgot the figure behind me, I turned around and smiled. It all felt so surreal, I couldn't even remember the last time I felt this tug on my face, this sudden surge of happiness washing over me.

I took Tinks hand once again and led her under my tree. I felt her stare and I knew I had some explaining to do, although that could wait a little longer. I started to climb up, I ignored all her warnings and just went higher and higher.

Once I reached the top I froze. The scenery took my breath away. The land was left untouched and the green grass and tall trees still remained. I placed my hand over my heart, I feel it beating through my chest and I felt more human than I have ever been since the incident.

I always thought that I couldn't feel anymore, that I was broken beyond repair yet here I am smiling and feeling the warmth of a distant memory. I sighed and began to go down. On the last branch I jumped of then sat beside Tink.

"Sorry for that, it's just that you looked so sad and so disappointed that I had to do something…" I chuckled realizing the how off it must seem. "I know I'm being weird but for some reason it's like I know you. Have we met before?"

I look at her and she just kept staring. My eyes narrowed as I saw tears glistening in her eyes. Did I do something wrong? My mind was swirling with all the possibilities.

"Yeah you have, a long time ago. I met you when you were but a baby, only a few days."

I was speechless. How would she… Unless…

I gasped and in a soft whisper I said "You know my parents… My real ones"

She gave me a nod confirming what I was already thinking. I suddenly felt dizzy not knowing what to say. So many questions were running through my head. Why did they give me away? Where were they? How were they?

My eyes began to blur as silent tears fell from my eyes. I couldn't believe it; new found hope was burning in my chest. If I find them, I would have a family again. I could be happy.

I grabbed her hand and held it tight and looked straight into her piercing blue eyes.

"Where are they? If you know anything then please… Tell me." I begged. I want to know. I want to know everything.

She gave me a weak smile and that made my heart break even more than it already is.

"I'm sorry Elle the is-"

I let her go and stared of into the distance, I did not want any more disappointments.

"Don't. Just don't alright I don't want to get my hopes up."

"No Elle it's not that you just have t-"

"Stop it! I said don't! I don't want to know anything anymore. I don't want to feel happy and later be stripped away from it! There only so much I can take. "

Tinks kind eyes then turned into ones full of determination and sadness but most of all anger.

"ELLE MOIRA PAN! You are to stop this pity party right this instant! Your mother and father would be disappointed if they were to see you this hopeless! What would they SAY! Get your bum of the floor and stand up RIGHT NOW!"

My eyes widened. That was the same name those people called me in my dream. What the bloody hell is going on?

I immediately stood up and met her gaze.

"That is not my name. How could you- No, I don't care. I don't want to know anything. Just leave me alone."

Tink shook her head in disbelief. I'm pretty sure that she's just as confused as me. One minute I felt the possibility of happiness and now I don't want anything to do with it. I know that I'm scared, they could be dead for all I know. I'm only beginning to resurface from the deep pit of despair that I made for myself. I don't want to go any deeper.

She took out a pen and paper and wrote something down. From what I can tell my statement was not understood.

"Here's my number. When you're swimming in the river of denial tell me. Then we'll talk."

I was contemplating whether I'd reach for it but she took my wrist and placed it in my hand and held it. She stared at me and it looked like she wanted to say more. She lowered her head and let go, she walked away not looking back.

I looked down at the piece of paper, I put it in my pocket and walked towards the direction my apartment.

A/N:

OH MY GOODNESS. I am SOO SORRY that it took me this long to update. So much has happened, college has been occupying most of my time and I've been getting sick over and over and it's annoying as hell. The only reason I could write right now is because I stopped a . I really hope you like this chapter I'm working on the next one now. I loved your reviews and your support and I just wanted to say THANK YOU!

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