Chapter 3: A Surprise at Home

In the next morning in his home. the small window of Ji-hoon Park's home. The air smelled like fresh rice and kimchi, a smell that made the house feel warm and alive.

Ji-hoon sat quietly at the kitchen table, watching his little sisters, Mira and Yumi, play on the floor. Mira, the youngest, was smiling happily, her eyes shining bright. Today was a special day — it was Mira's birthday.

Their small home had not always been full of joy. Life was hard for Ji-hoon's family. But today, the house felt calm and peaceful, and Ji-hoon felt happy to see his sisters laughing.

Suddenly, a sound came from the doorbell. Ji-hoon look and open the door. Standing outside was his aunt, Luna park holding a small gift bag and smiling brightly.

"Happy birthday, Mira!" Aunt Luna park said as she came inside. Mira's face was light up right away.

Aunt Luna-Park had come from another city just to celebrate Mira's birthday. She always brought happiness when she visited.

After a while, Ji-hoon heard some noise from the kitchen. He went to see what was happening and stopped in surprise.

There,was somebody standing quietly by the stove, she was their mother.

Ji-hoon's eyes grew wide. They had not seen their mother in a long time.

Ji-hoon slowly stepped inside the kitchen. His mother smiled softly and said, "I wanted to come back for Mira's birthday. I missed you all."

His sisters were speechless. Mira held her mother's hand tightly.

The house suddenly felt full of warmth, more than before.

Their mother started cooking with care, making favorite dishes of his family.It was like old times.

Ji-hoon's heart was full of many feelings happiness, surprise, and hope.

The family sat down at the table for the birthday meal. There mother gave Mira a small cake with candles.

"Make a wish, Mira," said their mother softly.

Mira closed her eyes tightly and blew out the candles. Everyone clapped and smiled.

Ji-hoon looked at his family. He felt peace in his heart.

After so many hard days, this moment was special.

He thought to himself, "I will protect this happiness. No matter what happens outside, this is my home."

The day goes with laughter and stories. The small apartment felt alive with love.

Ji-hoon's mother stayed longer than they expected. She helped clean, talked with them, and even promised to visit more often.

For the first time in a long time, Ji-hoon felt that things might get better.

Her mother was so happy when she heard that ji-hoon is now going to high school.

His mother asked which high school you are going.

Ji -hoon hesitate then reply jaesung high school.her mother got shocked then suddenly she said do whatever you want I never try to change yours decision.

Ji hoon park know why her mother agreed for for jaesung high school because she still believe that his big brother will come back.....

To be Continued....