Chapter 17 Flight

A week later, Tia was finally able to move around. Elfie had been taking care of her in the hospital. "Oh, thank goodness you're better. When I first heard you'd been hit by a car, my heart nearly stopped." Elfie sighed in relief as she watched Tia finish her meal. Tia could not help but laugh, albeit with a hint of frustration. "You're really laying it on thick." "Why does life have to be so hard for you?" Elfie asked, her heart aching as she gently touched Tia's cheek. "At least you're still here with us. You didn't lose your life." Tia bit her lip, hesitating before finally calling out, "Elfie." "What's up?" Elfie turned to face her. "I need a favor." Tia gripped Elfie's wrist. Elfie blinked, taken aback. "What is it?" "I want to see my father," Tia said, her voice filled with desperation. She had overheard Aaron talking about her father being held somewhere while she was in the hospital. She guessed Aaron thought she was still unconscious and did not guard his words. Tia