'Ah-Si, listen to mom. No matter what you hear, don't come out.'
'Where is mommy going?'
'I'm not going anywhere, I'm right here with you. I won't leave you. Ever!'
'Promise?'
'Promise!'
~~~
Nora watched how a tear slid down Ah-Si's face and his body shook as if he was in pain. She touched his face in worry, "Ah-Si? Are you having a bad dream? Wake up!" She tried shaking him awake.
He opened his eyes and breathed harshly. His body was trembling and Nora could see cold sweat on his face. She hugged him tightly and silently patted his back.
It took him a while to calm down. Although his breathing evened out, Nora could see that he was still not feeling well. He looked troubled by something.
"What were you dreaming about?" she asked.
"My mom," he answered.
