It was a quiet afternoon, and the warm sunlight spilled gently through the windows. Little Lala sat on the steps outside, her eyes filled with emotion as she clutched her small bag. Today, she was going home with CEO Kien after spending several joyful days with Thuy, who had cared for her like a mother.
Inside, Kien waited patiently, understanding how special the bond between Thuy and Lala had become. Thuy knelt beside Lala, gently brushing her hair. “You’ve been such a good girl,” she said softly. “I’m going to miss you.”
Lala’s lips quivered. “Can’t I stay one more night?” she whispered, holding tightly to Thuy’s hand. Her heart felt heavy, torn between the love she had for both Thuy and Kien.
Thuy hugged her tightly. “You’ll see me again soon. And I’ll always be here, cheering you on, wherever you go.”
Kien approached with a warm smile and knelt beside them. “Lala, I’ve missed you too. Let’s go home and plant those flowers we talked about. Thuy will come visit, I promise.”
With teary eyes, Lala nodded. She gave Thuy one last hug—long and full of love. Then she took Kien’s hand, her steps slow and quiet as they walked to the car.
As the car drove off, Lala looked back and waved. Thuy stood at the gate, smiling through her own tears, waving back with all her heart.
