Ep 1
A dimly lit, cold house. A frail woman sits on the floor, cradling her baby close. The baby, no older than a year, blinks up at her with big, innocent eyes.
Wei Pao (MC mom)
*whispers* Chen Ci, my sweet boy… what should I do?
Her stomach growls, but she ignores it. She brushes a gentle hand over her son’s cheek, feeling the warmth of his tiny body.
Outside, the wind howls against the paper windows. She clenches her fists, determination flashing in her weary eyes.
She stands up, wrapping her thin shawl tightly around her shoulders. She lays Chen Ci carefully on the straw mat, pressing a soft kiss to his forehead.
Wei Pao (MC mom)
*softly* Mama will be back soon, okay?
Chen Ci stares at her, reaching out with his small fingers, but she quickly turns and leaves before her resolve crumbles.
The market is bustling with people. The scent of freshly baked bread fills the air, making her stomach twist in hunger.
Her eyes dart left and right. A vendor places a warm loaf on the wooden counter, turning away for just a moment.
She lunges forward, her fingers barely grazing the bread before snatching it up and tucking it under her shawl.
Her pulse races as she quickly walks away, her back tense, waiting for someone to yell.
Her heart drops. She starts running, pushing past people as footsteps pound behind her.
She weaves through the crowd, dodging hands that try to grab her. The loaf of bread presses against her chest as she breathes heavily, desperate to reach home.
The mother stumbles inside their small home, quickly shutting the door behind her.
She gasps for air, sweat dripping from her forehead. The tiny baby in the corner lifts his head at the sound, blinking sleepily.
She rushes to him, kneeling down and tearing the bread into small pieces with shaking hands.
Wei Pao (MC mom)
*panting* Here, my love… eat slowly.
Chen Ci tilts his head, then grabs the piece with his chubby fingers and shoves it into his mouth.
His tiny face brightens at the taste. The mother watches him with teary eyes, her fingers brushing through his dark hair.
BANG! The door slams open
She freezes and turn around
Guard
There she is! *point to her*
The mother shields Chen Ci instinctively, her arms wrapping around him protectively.
Wei Pao (MC mom)
Please, have mercy! I only stole a piece of bread for my son!
Guard
The law is the law. Come with us
Chen Ci watches as the guards grab her by the arms, yanking her away. His little hands shoot out, grabbing onto her sleeve.
Young Chen ci (MC)
*silent gasp, gripping tightly*
The mother struggles, trying to hold onto him.
Wei Pao (MC mom)
*desperate* Chen Ci! My baby-!
But the guards tear her away. Chen Ci falls forward, landing on the cold floor with a soft thud.
He scrambles up, his tiny feet stumbling after her, but the door slams shut in his face.
Chen Ci stares at the door, his hands shaking. Then, his lips tremble, and a silent scream forms on his lips.
He beats his tiny fists against the door, his body shaking with voiceless cries.
Young Chen ci (MC)
*slamming the door, eyes red with silent sobs*
But no matter how much he screams, no sound comes out.
Days pass. Chen Ci wanders the streets, barefoot and alone.
His small hands clutch his empty stomach as he stumbles through the busy roads.
People pass by, barely sparing him a glance.
Chen ci was very hungry and he is all alone
Chen ci still crying, old lady noticed him while walking, the old lady offer Chen ci a free bread/bun
Chen Ci stares at the bun. His hands slowly reach out, hesitant. His fingers barely touch it before snatching it close. He takes a bite, warmth fills his mouth, making his eyes water.
The old lady watches him with a soft gaze, waiting for him to finish.
The old lady say to him this "You have no one, do you? "
Chen Ci looks up at her, then slowly lowers his head. His hands grip the remaining piece of bun tightly.
The old lady hums thoughtfully before gently patting his head.
The old lady offer his hand and ask him "would you like to stay with me and let me take care of you?
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