At just eight years old, Doon had already witnessed more hardship than many could imagine. His life took a dramatic turn when he, his younger sister Loom, who was just five, and their single mother embarked on a journey to South Korea in search of a new beginning.

Doon didn't fully grasp the weight of their situation. To him, the world was still a place of wonder, and the idea of moving to a new country didn't scare him. He hadn't known the comfort of a stable home or a life without struggle, so the prospect of change felt like another chapter in his young life rather than an upheaval.

With a battered suitcase and hearts brimming with quiet hope, the small family stepped into an unfamiliar world. The bustling streets, tall skyscrapers, and strange new words filled the air around them. It was overwhelming, yet fascinating.

For Doon, everything felt like an adventure. The tiny apartment they moved into wasn't much, but he didn't mind. It had four walls, a roof, and a window that overlooked a lively street below. Loom, always clutching her favorite stuffed bear, was his constant companion, her bright eyes reflecting a mix of curiosity and confusion about their new surroundings.

Their mother, though weary from the journey and the weight of single-handedly raising two children in a foreign land, worked tirelessly to provide for them. She often reminded them, "We may not have much, but we have each other—and that's enough."

Though Doon didn't fully understand the sacrifices his mother made, he admired her strength. He began to adapt quickly, learning the language little by little, making sense of a world that was both strange and exciting. For Doon and his family, their story wasn't just one of survival but one of resilience and hope.

As he stood on the balcony of their tiny home one evening, watching the city lights twinkle like stars, Doon couldn't help but feel a quiet determination bloom within him. This wasn't just a new chapter—it was the start of a story that would shape the rest of his life.