Sarah looked at herself in the mirror, her frustration
evident at the new pimple that had appeared on her face. Her mother, Rose,
laughed at her daughter's distress, telling her that it was just part of
growing up. Their conversation was interrupted by a surprise visitor - Minah,
Rose's trusted companion from many years ago. As they catch up, Rose reveals
to Sarah the secret that she was one of two twins. Before David, Rose's
husband, passed away, they had wanted to tell Sarah, but they didn't want to
burden her during her music exams. Sarah is ecstatic to find out that she
has a twin brother, and soon, they are reunited.
Rose recounts the story of how her mother had made her agree to a condition
that her first-born child would be surrendered to her mother at the age of
two, and would only be returned to her at eighteen. Despite her refusal,
David agreed to the condition, knowing that Rose's free spirit would not
thrive in her mother's stifling environment. They left the town and settled
in a peaceful village where they had twins - a boy and a girl.
Samuel, Sarah's twin, was the boy she had collided with in Putrajaya two
years ago. They had kept in touch ever since, but they never knew that they
were twins. Jane, Rose's sister, had married an arranged husband and found
happiness in sharing Samuel's upbringing. Although there was no condition
that the twins could not have contact with each other, it was only David and
Rose who were not allowed to communicate with Samuel during his childhood.
Finally, Sarah and Samuel are reunited, and they run towards each other,
hugging tightly. The family is complete, and Sarah is overjoyed to have
found her other half.
The story teaches us about the power of family, love, and forgiveness. Even
though Rose's mother had made her agree to a condition that she did not
want, she still found happiness in her life with David and their twins.
Jane, despite the condition that her brother could not have any contact with
her son, still found a way to share in Samuel's upbringing. It shows that
family bonds are unbreakable and can survive even the most challenging of
circumstances.
The story also reminds us that secrets can often have a lasting impact on
our lives. Rose's decision not to tell Sarah about her twin was
well-intentioned, but it deprived Sarah of a relationship with her brother
for many years. It highlights the importance of open communication and
honesty in building strong relationships.
In the end, the family's reunion is a heartwarming and joyful moment. It
reminds us that there is nothing more important than the people we love and
cherish. As Sarah says, "How wonderful to have another half!" |