Family Gathering

“Aunt Nian, where did you go on your mission this time? Last month, I saw on the news that special forces were rescuing hostages in Ireland. Did you go there? Have you ever seen any drug gangs? What do the drug lords look like?” Eliana kept asking questions as soon as she saw Nian. Alice handed Eliana a glass of orange juice and asked, “Will you shut up for a minute? Nian can’t tell you that, because there’s a top secret. Why are you asking so many questions, by the way?” “Aunt Nian can't talk about it, but that doesn’t mean I can’t ask her about it.” Eliana said, shaking her head. “Please don’t tell your classmates about this, or you will get your aunt Nian in trouble. Do you know how strict the army’s discipline is?” Shaking her head helplessly, Alice said. “Okay, okay. I already know that. I never mentioned that my Aunt is a soldier at school. Will you please stop nagging, mom?” Eliana asked mockingly. Then Nian said with a smile, “Thanks! I miss you guys terribly when I was away. L