Miracle from Heaven

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      Evening came. An ordinary, slightly cool September evening. At the headquarters, meanwhile, the results of the day were summed up... This event is always held with the headman (Vetri) and with the teachers (Bee and Speedy). Everyone else was resting. - So, let’s sum it up, - Vetri said and looked at the tablet again. — Today there was an accident on the highway, which was not so serious, problems with electricity in a snowy suburb and a small fire near Mir Street... But everyone did a good job. - What about Lily? - Speedy asked. She sighed heavily and said: - Nobody knows anything about her... They even called on the phone... And as the call attendant quoted: “At the beginning, the girl, the guy, or maybe both said: “Hello, this is our daughter,” but asking the question: “How old is she?” " hang up or say the wrong numbers because she looks younger than her age." It’s as if she fell underground and came to us... - Who failed? - Lily asked out of nowhere... - Today, just a couple of people fell into an underground cave... - Vetri lied. - You're lying! - No, what are you talking about? - Fine. Look at what I can do... - Lily somersaulted, then jumped and turquoise wings appeared on her. The girl flew up on them... - Be careful! - Bea shouted with excitement. - Don't worry! - Lily stopped. - Everything's under control! - I thought later. - “What if you do a dead loop?” - She’s up to something... - Bee said warily. - Oh no! She decided to do a loop! - Speedy said. - Is it dangerous! Don't do it! - No need, Lily! - Rudy said out of nowhere. Everyone held their breath and watched what Lilia was doing. When she was halfway through the loop, her wings could not stand it and disappeared... And the girl began to rapidly fall to the ground, or rather to the asphalt. Vetri had been ready for this turn for a long time, because she knew that something wrong would happen. Therefore, she ran a little and jumped, grabbing Lily, then she took off with the help of magic, and then went down with her. - Well? Vetri asked. - It was scary... - Lily was still trembling with fear. — Did you understand that it’s better to be careful and think about what to do before you do it? Vetri asked. - Yes... - and sighed. - Why didn’t I succeed? - You just don’t have enough experience and knowledge... But maybe you need time and training. My friend Emily will help you with this. - Is it true? - Yes, - Vetri replied. - Agree? — she nodded very joyfully and laughed. - So, I’ll call her now to meet tomorrow if she’s not busy for the whole day. She took out her phone and dialed Emily's number. After several attempts to call her, Vetri finally got through to her friend. - Hello... - Emily said very tiredly. - Hello. Listen, can you help? Vetri asked. - Vetri, you can even get a dead one... - she answered displeasedly. - Certainly. Just what? - In general, you remember about Lily. So, in short, we need to help her learn to fly...” Vetri answered. - Using her wings, not magic. - Does she have wings?! - Well, yes... Will you help out of friendship? - Okay, - she said. They agreed on a place and time to meet, said goodbye and ended the conversation. After Vetri looked at Lilia, it was clear from the expression on her face that something was wrong. Lily looked into nowhere, as if into emptiness, and the expression on her face was confusion, fear and horror... - Did something happen, Lily? -No, nothing, I was just thinking... - answered Lily. — Are you nervous about your first lesson? If you don't like it, don't go... - No... - she said negatively. - Yes? OK. Go play! Vetri said. - Okay... And thank you. - Please, - the policewoman answered. In fact, Vetri was right about Lilia being nervous about her first class. After all, everyone is afraid to do something new for the first time, but as the saying goes: “The eyes are afraid, but the hands do.”

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Night

It was late at night. Everyone had been lying in bed for a long time, wrapped in warm blankets and sleeping sweetly... Only everyone slept so well, the one who was Lily. She was lying on the bed in Rudy's room She had a nightmare, after which she could not sleep...

~Nightmare~

Darkness... Lily walks along a slightly lit corridor... No windows, no doors, only gray and gloomy walls... She was anxious and scared... Then she turned the corner and there was a dead end. Immediately the voice of her mother was heard. He wasn't picky, but there were definitely insults directed at her. - You don't deserve anything! You're scum! And you won't achieve anything in life! - the six-year-old girl heard and began to cry. Then the sounds of hissing were heard... It turned out to be rattlesnakes! They crawled towards her and hissed disgustingly. Lily pressed herself against the wall and was very scared. Like a wall collapsed and it began to fall down... She woke up in a cold sweat and barely breathing...

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After an early breakfast and lesson, Vetri and Lilia went to Emily at the appointed time and place. Vetri had already dressed herself in white hoodies and black shorts, so that when she walked down the street in these clothes, and not in a police uniform, citizens would not look at her with suspicion. She was waiting outside Rudy's room for Liliya. Oddly enough, she waited for a long time, although she got dressed much faster than her. This began to stress Vetri and even frighten her, so she decided to knock on her. There was no answer... - Strange, - Vetri thought to herself and knocked again and the same result. She opened the door and said: - Lily, are you coming soon? She didn’t answer... Vetri decided to go in to her. She saw Lily in a white T-shirt and black jeans. - Lily? - Vetri, I don’t want to go to class... I can learn to fly myself - Yes... Mgh... This is your wish, - Vetri replied. - You can, of course. - I understand that you are offended by me, but I’m sorry... - It’s okay... - she walked up to Lily and grabbed her shoulder. “I was also afraid of a lot of things.” I was afraid to become a rescuer and thought I couldn’t handle it. I didn’t even think that I would become a policeman, at least not yet officially... I was also like you, I was afraid of a lot of new and unknown things, for me it was like something not earthly... Alien! But as you can see, I’m here,” she grinned and continued. I study, I save, I struggle with difficulties, I learn a lot of new and interesting things. Therefore, everything is in your hands, bunny, and as they say: “The eyes are afraid, but the hands do the work!” And on top of that, it’s also your desire... - Okay, I can go to class... - Lily said and sighed heavily. - No, I’m not belittling you to go, but if you really want to, we can go? - she answered. - Yes! The truth. - Then, get ready and let's go! Vetri said. A couple of minutes later, Lilia was ready and they left for the meeting place.

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They had already arrived and were met by Emily. They were in the park. When Lily saw her, her jaw almost dropped. - Hello, Vetri! - said Emily. - Hello, Emily! Vetri said. - Are you the one who helped me... - And I’ll help you again - and she smiled. - Let `s start? - Yes! - In the meantime, I’ll go for a walk! Vetri said. - Bye! - and she went.

Little time has passed.

Vetri and Liliya were returning to headquarters. Lilia was simply happy with the activity. Vetri was right that she would like it. She shared with her what she had learned, learned and practiced. Vetri was very pleased and she was also happy for her.

TO BE CONTINUED…