Chapter 102

Steven and I walked on the sidewalk as cars streamed past us on the highway. He took slow steps forward as he carried me on his back. As I was slightly tired, I fell asleep on his back. I had a dream. In the dream, various scenes flashed through my mind. There was a little boy of mixed ancestry. He looked like a Prince Charming from a fairytale. He was carrying a little girl in a red dress and running as fast as he could. "You'll be alright, Stephie. We'll be home soon." He comforted me as he ran, saying, "Stephie, wake up. Don't fall asleep. "Stephie, wake up. Try to eat something…" I woke up in a startle. I took quick breaths as I observed my surroundings. I didn't even know when I'd arrive home. Steven was waking me up to eat something. I looked at Steven and rubbed my eyes. "I don't feel like eating." "Just a tiny bit." Steven pushed the bowl to me as he encouraged me to eat. "I told you, I don't feel like it! I've no appetite!" I said frustratedly as I pushed