Clinging to a branch, he yelled, “Climb up fast! Quick!"

Raegan was pretty weak by then. She felt the tree slipping from her grasp slowly but surely. Yet, she held on with all her might.

Looking up at the boy, she forced a cheerful tone. “Don't worry, kiddo. I'll be okay. What's your name?"

"My name is Misael."

"Alright, Misael, listen to me closely."

Misael nodded, waiting for Raegan's next words.

“Wrap your arms around this tree and stay awake. Just hang on.

Someone will surely come for you. You're not forgotten," Raegan instructed.

“Okay," Misael replied, tears gleaming in his eyes.

“Use this red scarf to signal if you hear any sounds. Make sure you're visible. Got it?" Raegan added.

Tears filled Misael's eyes, and he nodded vigorously.

Raegan felt overwhelmed by the force of the landslide, as if drowning in heavy mud, the pressure draining her strength gradually, as though all her breath was being squeezed out.

Struggling to get the words out, Raegan whispered, "Misael, If you come across a girl named Janey, that's my daughter. Please tell her I love her so much. She's the light of my life, and her coming into this world means everything to me..."

Her voice got fainter with each word.

Darkness encroached Raegan's consciousness, her breathing seemingly stifled. She felt completely drained.

Raegan felt she lacked the strength to speak anymore. She seemed to be doomed this day.

Through the dimming consciousness, she could still hear Misael's cries.

At the moment she felt submerged by the landslide, Raegan thought about all the people she hadn't had the chance to bid farewell to.

Her father, her brother, Nicole, Elin, Annis... And Mitchel. She regretted not having directly replied to his question. If only she had expressed her Longing for him...

Before losing consciousness, Raegan managed to force a smile. If her life was to end alone, she wished her final expression in this world would be a smile. Did fear grip her at this moment? Indeed, fear overwhelmed her. Not merely fear, but a deep regret for not bidding farewell to those dear to her.