Naejin was practically bursting with energy, his eyes shining as if every flashing light held a hidden treasure.
— Daddy, look at that! — he shouted, pointing at the carousel, his voice full of excitement, almost demanding the attention of everyone around him.
Salin leaned down to adjust the boy's cap. A nearly involuntary smile appeared on his lips as he watched the pure joy on his son's face.
— Let's start over there — he said, his voice low but firm, like someone trying to offer reassurance.
Jun-ho, holding a crumpled bag of popcorn, eyes fixed on the two of them, couldn't hide a small smile. He wasn't a fan of crowds, but watching Naejin run back and forth, tugging first one then the other, made the chaos of the park feel… manageable. A strange sense of calm seeped in among the lights, the music, the sweet smell of cotton candy.
Alessa followed closely behind, her steps steady, breathing controlled, cautious yet determined not to miss a single moment.
