Nightmare

"When a boy grows up and meets the girl he likes and likes him back, they'll get married to become husband and wife and be together forever. They'll then give birth to cute, little babies, and the cycle repeats."

"Then… do you have a 'husband'?"

The question stunned her into silence; she ultimately shook her head.

"How come you got a baby then? It's strange how mommy also has me but not a husband."

"Baby," she asked curiously, "do you wish to look for your father?"

The kiddo raised his handsome brows and smilingly declared, "Of course! I've always wanted a daddy! Once I grow up, I'll go look for him!"

Hearing that, her heart grew heavy as she smiled back at him.

Chu He was on duty that night.

After giving the child a bath, the two settled in bed to watch TV.