Find Me In Your Labyrinth

Kya slowly crawled onto Emily’s lap, hugging her neck tightly. With a hint of worry in her voice, she asked, “Mum, is grandma being mean to you?”

Emily held her tightly. It’s okay. Mum’s not scared of her”

“Mum, let’s not go to grandma’s house next time” Kya seemed to sense Emily’s sadness, her voice full of sympathy

Emily swallowed her tears and nodded slowly, “Okay”

The door suddenly swung open, and Estelle Macclain walked in, carrying grocery bags from the supermarket. Seeing them huddled together on the couch, she asked, “What’s up?”

“Estelle Kya turned around, “Grandma’s been mean to Mum!”

Estelle looked at Emily in surprise

She walked over and sat beside them, asking. “Did you go to your mum’s house today?”

“Mm-hm!” Emily nodded, giving her a brief rundown of what happened.

of

situation. I can’t possibly get a boyfriend and get married.”

your dad wasn’t a factor and Martin was also willing to

hand tightly. “If I get married and have kids, what will happen to Kya?*

though she’s elder, you don’t have to put up with everything. You’ve done more than enough for

bit her lip, “Yeah, I know. I won’t compromise!”

“I

a sense of security, and her troubles

moving in.

Estelle didn’t pay

they?” Emily asked.

not sure. I’ve never seen

had been under renovation for over ten days, and they had started moving furniture. People were constantly coming and going, but Estelle had yet to see the

hope they’re easy to get along with.”