"Daddy, Mommy, I'm really scared."
"Sweetheart, don't be nervous, okay? Mommy and Daddy are waiting for you outside," came the gentle voice of the mother.
"That's right, once your interview is over, Daddy will take you to the amusement park to play. Go for it," said Daddy's voice.
…
Zaizai looked towards the family of three without speaking, but his big eyes seemed lost in thought.
Worried that Zaizai might be envious of others, Jiayi crouched down and diverted her son's attention: "Don't be afraid, Mommy is here."
Zaizai's little mouth curved, his brow furrowed, and he chuckled with assertiveness: "Who's scared? It's Mommy who's scared, right?"
Just then, the teacher in charge called out, "Chu Zhuoting."
It was Zaizai's turn.
Jiayi made an encouraging gesture and watched as Zaizai was led in by the teacher.
Though Jiayi had considerable confidence in Zaizai, she still inexplicably felt her palms sweat, nearly more anxious than if she were taking the exam herself.
