Vivian cupped Leon's face and asked softly, "Do you still think he's scary?"
Leon revealed a smile and shook his head hard.
Vivian told Leon about what she had done in private and took the opportunity to educate her son. "You see, Mom didn't hit or scold him. The police didn't even have a chance to question me. But isn't his end worse than death?"
Leon thought about how Simon had only disappeared for a few days and he was already drained of all his energy. Moreover, there would be no end to such days. This was even more despairing than death.
This incident also made Leon realize how immature his methods were. He quickly recalled every step that Vivian had taken in the game and looked up at her. "Mom, I understand. I won't use myself to hurt others again."
