Yet even in this sadness, there is hope, for as the saying goes, better late than never. And Papa knows well that this decision has never been within your power. It has not been your choice whether to speak with or meet with your father.
But something has changed, my dearest Anthoula. You are now 14 years old. According to Belarusian law, as well as international conventions, you have fundamental rights that must be respected even before your 14th birthday, rights such as:
the right to use your native language,
the right to your own opinions and to express them freely,
the right to protection from economic exploitation,
the right to protection from cruel or degrading treatment.
These are just a few of the many rights recognized by the Belarusian state. Even the President of Belarus affirms these rights publicly, as stated here: https://president.gov.by/en/president/detjam/prava
If these rights are truly upheld in Belarus, that would indeed be commendable. But I remain cautious, and not yet convinced.
At the same time, I find myself reflecting deeply. If it has taken eight years for those around you and Alexandra to attempt to reshape your hearts and minds to suit their narrative, then I must say, clearly and without hesitation, they have failed!
Therefore, I once again express my heartfelt wish to meet with both of you. In the best of circumstances, I would hope to meet with only you and Alexandra in a quiet and loving setting. However, I am strong enough to meet with your mother as well. If she should find the strength and willingness to do the same, then Papa will cover all your expenses.
Your mother believes you are old enough to work, and even to travel to cities like Moscow and St. Petersburg. But somehow, she does not believe that you and Alexandra are mature enough to visit your Papa in Hellas?
Anthoula and Alexandra, I love you dearly. Yet under the logic and reasoning your mother applies, it seems we may never see each other again. That thought breaks my heart, and for that, I am deeply sorry.
P.S. You can reach out to me anytime by email if you’d like to get in contact with Papa. I’m always here if you want to connect. Your mom has been given all my contact details several times, most recently via Viber, and they’re also available on the websites Papa made just for you. If you write, Papa will answer right away, with all his heart.
With all my love, Your Papa, Nicolaos Cheropoulos July 30, 2025
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