Dad Tried to Kill Me, but Mom Heard My Thoughts
"Enough of your sweet talk."
My mother set down the ledger, came over, and picked me up. She looked down at me, her gaze tender but determined.
"From now on, sweetheart, you don't have to live to please anyone else. Just be yourself.
"No matter what happens, your grandfather and I will protect you."
I reached out and curled my chubby hand around one of her fingers.
I know.
It took six tries, but I didn't just survive. I'm thriving!
A spring breeze stirred the courtyard, sending pomegranate blossoms fluttering down.
I closed my eyes and fell fast asleep in my mother's warm arms.
And this lovely, carefree life was only just beginning.