“No, don’t worry. Your daddy can take care of his own business.”
“Why was he beaten then?”
“Adult things, none of your business. After breakfast, we’ll visit your grandparents.”
“Fine. But it’s raining cats and dogs.”
“It will stop soon.”
“What if not?”
“We are still going. No more questions!”
The elder boy quietened. A gradual uneasiness fell. The rain seemed to beat the roof harder. The noises disquieted Mei.
