Elisa paused and cheered herself up, walking to them.
"Savannah," she forced a smile. "You're back."
Savannah nodded and then turned to Andrew.
"This is my best friend at school, Elisa. Her grandmother is a pure American, and she looks just like her grandmother."
Elisa held her breath, hoping against hope that he would recognize her when the man in front of her opened his mouth.
"Hi, I'm Andrew."
He didn't recognize her. Elisa was filled with great loss, but it was no surprise. How could she expect him to remember her? How could she wish this man would still have a bit of affection towards her.
It had been four years... Who could remember someone you met once four years ago?
"It was nice meeting you." She tried to smile as if nothing was wrong.
Andrew nodded at the mixed-race girl in front of him, his eyes twinkling slightly, but his expression didn't change.