Summary

The narrative recounts the emotional farewell between Masha, a woman who has been nurturing another woman's baby, and Sera, the spirit of the baby's deceased mother who has been residing within Masha.

Abstract

The story unfolds with Masha, who is physically and emotionally drained, waking up to find Sera, the spirit of the baby's mother, sitting by the window. Sera reveals her decision to leave Masha, as she believes it's time for her to depart now that Masha is pregnant again. Despite Masha's protests, Sera insists that it's no longer right for her to stay, especially with the new life growing inside Masha. The narrative explores themes of loss, maternal love, selflessness, and the spiritual connection between two women brought together by tragic circumstances. Masha's willingness to carry Sera's spirit and care for her baby has allowed Sera to feel connected to her daughter, while also helping Masha heal from her own loss. The story concludes with Sera expressing her deep gratitude to Masha and acknowledging the new blessing of Masha's pregnancy, as she departs, leaving Masha with a mix of happiness and sorrow.

Opinions

Sera expresses deep gratitude towards Masha for her selfless act of carrying her spirit and nurturing her baby.
Masha feels that the presence of Sera and her baby has given her a new purpose in life after her own baby's death.
Sera believes it is time for her to leave because Masha is pregnant again, and it would be unfair to both Masha and the unborn child for her to remain.
There is a sense of spiritual connection and mutual healing between Masha and Sera, as each has provided comfort and support to the other in their time of need.
Sera acknowledges Masha as a blessed soul with a generous heart, emphasizing the profound impact of Masha's actions on her life.
Masha is initially in disbelief and sorrow at Sera's departure but also recognizes the blessing of her new pregnancy, which brings a complex mix of emotions.

She decided to leave me

A story of two unusual friends

I was exhausted. I might have slept for one hour, after returning home. When I opened my eyes, she was glancing at me sitting by the window chair.

Why do you come out? I asked hesitatingly. She smiled. Innocently.

You look so different today? She nodded.

Anything happened? Why do you look so worried?

I must leave you now. This is the end of our time. She uttered calmly and patiently.

But your baby is still so young? She should be fed more. She is still six months. She needs your warmth. She loves your hugs.

She smiled. In the next moment, her gorgeous face looked worried.

I can’t trouble you anymore.

No, It’s not a trouble for me.

I know It’s really difficult to bear another spirit in you. You are tired now. I know your effort in keeping my soul inside you and controlling your feelings. It’s really hard to keep two souls in one person. This is enough now. No. Don’t worry that much. I’m ok with it. I’m happy to help you.

I know that. You have been feeding my baby for six months now. As you allowed me to stay inside of you, I was able to hug my baby girl. When you fed her and cuddled her, I was able to feel it too.

Don’t think in that way. When I lost my baby, I was shattered. Because of you and your baby, I was able to recover. See I’m happy now.

When I saw you on your baby’s funeral in the church, I felt that you would be the best person who could help me and my baby. You agreed it so humbly.

Why do you remind everything at once?

You never scared to talk to a soul and you never refused to let me in. Though it is so exhausted, you bore it peacefully. Among everything You fed my motherless baby. Your heart is so generous to keep me inside you. Masha, you are a blessed soul, who satisfied the soul of the poor mother.

Don’t say like that Sera. When I lost my baby she was one month. I never thought that I could be able to survive without my baby girl. Sometimes I could be able to kill myself. But you and your baby gave me a new life. I love her a lot.I’m so happy.

Yes. I know. Your love for my baby is priceless. But this is the right time to finish everything. I must leave now. It is not good to stay inside you anymore. Don’t worry to feed my baby. Now her father’s time to taking care of her.

But how?And why? She is still six months.

No Masha. This is more than enough. This is her father’s time. I must let you free. But why is that? I can feed her. She is still a baby. No Masha you can’t do it anymore. It’s not good to feed a baby any longer as there is a baby inside you.

What? I was shocked and shivered. When I was inside you in the morning, I got to know it. The God has pleaded mercy on you again. You are pregnant.

A baby! Am I blessed with a baby again? She looked me lovingly and kindly. She tried to wipe my tears.

Masha, I am unconditionally owed to you. I can’t gather words to explain my gratitude to you. You are a wonderful woman who is blessed with a kind heart. My love is always with you.I’m always with you. Good luck my friend. Good people always receive the best.

I cried, but the reason was not clear. May be for happiness. Maybe for the pain.