Chapter 253 - Family Doesnt Need To Be Blood Related

"Come home soon. We will miss you," Persephone said, side hugging Santiago. 

Santiago dropped a kiss on her head and another on Eleanora's cheek who was demanding that he pick her in his arms. "Will miss my girls more." 

For some work related purpose, Santiago had to leave for Asia. Although he didn't feel like leaving his girls home all alone, he still had to attend the business conference. Life was getting too busier for him and he didn't even have the time to breathe. 

Persephone and Eleanora waved him goodbye, standing at the door. He had a flight to catch an hour later. So, he left early. 

"Baby, we are all alone in this big house!" Persephone said, staring at the kid in her arms. 

Eleanora, who was too young to understand anything, laughed when she saw her mommy talking to her. She too was replying in her babyish language making her mom smile. 

They were still in the living room when she felt her mobile ringing. On seeing the caller, she immediately picked up the call. It was Emma calling her to ask her to accompany her shopping. 

"Santiago is not home, "Persephone informed her. "Lara is out of town. And I can't leave Eleanora at home." 

"Then, bring her over with you, "Emma said. "We will manage a day out with her. It's not a big deal." 

"She won't let you shop, "Persephone warned her. 

"It's okay. Just bring her over," Emma said quickly. "Or Killian is home. He can babysit her." 

After disconnecting the call, Persephone prepared Eleanora's bag and got both of them ready for their outing. Although she didn't want to go, it was still better than doing nothing at home and feeling sad for no reason at all. She got her driving licence a month ago and now she is trained enough to drive on the roads here.

Emma hugged her as soon as she saw Persephone entering through the door. She was already dressed and was just waiting for Persephone to come. She dropped a kiss on Eleanora's cheek. "Hey, baby girl. Enjoy the day with Uncle Killian. We will bring yummy presents for you." 

"You guys really trust me enough to leave a seven month old kid with me?" Killian asked them, his brows furrowed. 

"This is not just any kid. It's your niece and goddaughter," Emma glared at him. "And no you are not coming with us. Give me some time with girls." 

Killian sighed and took a giggling baby from Persephone. They waved goodbye to the ladies and started their cool day. 

"She won't cry with Killian?" Emma asked while driving to the mall. 

Persephone rolled her eyes. "How is it even possible? She sees you guys almost every day. I'm sure she will cry if she doesn't see you for a day." 

"Babies are so wonderful. You won't know when they create a place for themselves in your heart," Emma said with a smile. "When Eleanora came, she didn't change just your life but ours too. You know how our lives were in New York? It was lavish but cold. There was nothing we lacked yet there was nothing we owned. But ever since we came here I felt like I found a place for myself in this world. Seeing you and Santiago interacting with your baby makes me want to have one of my own." 

"Does it mean…"Persephone had yet to complete her sentence when Emma said. 

"I am not," Emma said with a sad smile. "My doctor said I have fewer chances of conceiving. Lord knows what she meant. But I'm not trying to be sad. It still hurts. Though it's not my fault that I can't get pregnant easily, I can't help but feel bad." 

"I'm sorry, Em, "Persephone said, squeezing her shoulder. "What does Killian say?"

"He said nothing is more important to him than me, "Emma said with a smile. "Last few weeks have been tough for both of us. And he doesn't like when I get out of his view. I don't think he needs to be so scared. That's why I asked you out for shopping. I don't want to be depressed. I have seen women getting pregnant after years of trying. I'm sure I will get pregnant too. And if I don't… I will talk to Killian about adoption. " 

Persephone looked at Emma. Such a strong woman. She had seen women blaming themselves for not being able to conceive. It was so great that Emma was taking the news positively. 

"That's such a good idea," Persephone smiled at her. "I'm proud of you, Emma. Did you talk to Killian about this?" 

Emma shook her head. "Not yet. I got this idea this morning. I didn't know how to talk about him. I wanted a second opinion and so I called you. Percy, you know the world we come from? How much do they give importance to blood-related children? I just wanted to talk to the same person who had experienced it first hand." 

"Aren't our husbands proof that family doesn't need to be blood related?" Persephone said.

"You know what?" Emma said, a smile forming on her face. "You are right! I'm just thinking too much. I won't let the ghosts of New York come chase us here. "

"That's the spirit," Persephone grinned. She looked at her phone screen waiting for Santiago to reply to her message. She had asked him to inform her before boarding the plane but it had been more than one hour and he had yet to reply to her. Or maybe, it slipped his mind. 

"So, what are we shopping for?" Persephone asked her. 

"Summer is a month away. Of course, we are shopping for our new summer wardrobe," Emma said as a matter of fact. 

Just hearing Emma, Persephone felt a rush inside her. Shopping makes her giddy.. There was no doubt that she loved shopping and since her friend was with her, she would make sure to enjoy her day.