Chapter 360
"Yes, that's exactly what I'm saying!" Emily's voice was filled with vivacity and excitement like never before. The glumness in her eyes had disappeared and was replaced by unbridled joy. "I'm positive Nic is alive, Quintis! Not only is he alive, but he seems to be doing well.
"It's very likely he's now an outstanding young man thriving at Alnewgo University, which we've never stepped foot in before!"
She could almost feel her child reaching out to her. The trauma from the earthquake 15 years ago seemed to dissipate at this moment. If Nicholas were alive today, he would be about 20-the prime of his university years.
All these coincidences made her firmly believe that he was still in this world. It also seemed like he was doing well, unlike the suffering and torment she'd imagined him to have endured.
Emily grabbed Quintis' hand, her voice shaky from her agitation. "I can sense Nic's existence, Quintis. We can't wait anymore-we have to head to Alnewgo! I can't wait a moment longer, so hurry up and arrange for us to get on a flight!"
No one could imagine the agitation a mother felt upon receiving news of her child after they'd been separated for so many years. Quintis was equally agitated; tears welled in his eyes, but he kept them at a bay for the sake of his masculine ego.
He also kept his mind clear. Though he knew how much hope this discovery had given Emily, he was also worried it would only devastate her if her hopes were to fall through. It would only deal a massive blow to her health.
"You need to calm down, Emily." He patted her back and continued gently, "Be good, okay? This key is a new clue for us, but we need to remain rational. Don't forget how many times our hopes have been dashed over the years. Someone else might've picked this key up from somewhere and kept it because they liked it."
Emily jolted at his words. The hope in her eyes faded slightly, and tears of disappointment welled in them. At the sight of that, Quintis hurriedly added, "Still, we have to go and investigate the matter since you're so sure of this. Perhaps this really is a sign that Nic is calling out to us from somewhere!"
Emily's heart was overflowing with motherly love, and her hopes were rekindled by Quintis' words. Once again, her confidence in her instincts grew. "Trust me on this, Quintis. I've never felt this strongly about something. Our child is at Alnewgo University, and he's waiting for us!"
Faith was like a guiding light in the darkness. It made her believe this was an opportunity from the heavens to unravel the biggest and most important mystery in her life. She could almost see Nicholas smiling and waving at her from behind that door.
"Alright. I'll make the arrangements now!" Quintis pulled out his phone and started making the necessary calls. He and Emily both couldn't wait to open the door that would lead them to hope.
Even if they ultimately ended up with a dead trail, they still wanted to thank the key's owner for allowing them to stumble upon such an important item.
In truth, Quintis was much more expectant than Emily. However, he knew he was all she could depend on and didn't allow himself to show any sliver of weakness.
He called one of Tarthy City's private airline companies, but they were stumped. Despite him owning a private jet, the airline company would still need to make the necessary arrangements with Tarthy City Airport before they could take off. Discover more novels at Find_Novel(.)net
There were many flights daily, after all. It wasn't possible to take off and land as and when they wanted.
Quintis didn't want to delay the matter any longer. He ultimately decided to use his connections and contacted John.