Lea coughed, wincing. "...And so, if this is the end, I need you to look out for Arcadia. His dad...he's not...don't let him have Oliver. He's not...he won't take care of him. I don't trust him... He left and that means he gave up any claim to his son. Easton has enough to handle as it is and Uncle John... I don't want him anywhere near my baby... But Arcadia will come. She always does..." She proceeded to shakily hand Gwen a picture. "This is her... She's the one who takes care of this planet..."
Gwen looked at the picture and nodded, holding Oliver close with her free hand and rocking him gently. "I hope it won't come to that, Lea... But if it does, I will wait for her."
Lea smiled. "Thanks, Gwen... I want to write a letter for her. Will you help me?"
Gwen nodded, handing her Oliver carefully. Oliver happily snuggled up to Lea. Gwen got out some paper and a pen, writing down what she said.
Arcadia,
Thank you for coming. I knew you would, which is why I gave my old friend Gwen this letter. After having Oliver, my health has declined. I don't think I will make it much longer. My close family either has their hands full or shouldn't have my son, so I hope he makes his way to you. I know it hurt when Chloe left you. It hurt me too... I didn't want her to leave me either.
Oliver is my sweet baby. I love him so much, and it makes me sad that I couldn't be here for him longer. I feel guilty and sad knowing he will never remember me... The only thing that makes me feel better is knowing that he will be with you. I know you will take care of him and love him in ways probably beyond what I could have done. Please, keep him safe and let him know I love him.
If Chloe taught me anything before I lost her, I know you'll come and take care of my baby. Thank you. I just wish I had the chance to say it in person... But still, thank you. I know he'll be in good hands.
- Lea
