Yunee’s eyes were red and filled with tears. She embraced Carl and sobbed as she whispered, “Your mother is a wretch!”
“No, she isn’t,” Carl said in a soft voice and tugged at Yunee’s shirt.
Yunee smiled and patted Carl’s head with affection.
“Okay, I get it. I know you love your mom.”
“I love her so much,” replied Carl.
Yunee’s heart ached. She had never known such an understanding kid.
“Honey, if you miss you mommy, then let’s go to find her, okay?”
Carl’s eyes lit up at this, but soon faded.
“Can we? I am afraid my mom will be unhappy if she finds out.”
“Don’t worry. She won’t blame us even if she is unhappy,” Yunee tried to reassure him.
Carl stared at her, his face filled with uncertainty.
Yunee cleared her throat, “Your mom is going to
