Freedom

Damien

Flashback

8 years old

Damien and his mother were playing in the garden at the back of their house. The sun was shining brightly, making the flowers bloom with vibrant colors. Damien was running around, chasing after the butterflies that fluttered in the air. His mother was sitting on a bench, watching him with a smile on her face.

Every time Damien caught a butterfly, he would come running back to his mother, holding the butterfly up in his hands.

Damien said excitedly, "Look, Mommy, I found a butterfly!

His mother smiled and ruffled his hair, "That's great, honey. What color is it?

Damien gave a proud look and proudly declared, "It's yellow and black. Just like a bumblebee."

His mother chuckled and nodded, "it is. But remember, don't chase it too much, or it might fly away."

"I won't, Mommy. I just want to see it up close." Damien said, staring at the butterfly.