😟 What happened, little guy? Can you find your mom? 🧐
The little boy says he wants to stay with you
Valentina looks at the boy, surprised by his request. She kneels down to his level and gives him a warm smile.
Oh, sweetie, I appreciate that, but you need to find your mom. She's probably worried about you.
I look at her from afar, I'm sitting down leaning against a wall, my face buried in my knees. I don't notice her.
Valentina notices you sitting by yourself, looking down and upset. She walks over to you, still carrying the five-year-old boy in her arms. She sits down next to you against the wall, giving you a sympathetic smile.
Hey there, mister. You okay? 😔
she realizes I'm only 6 years old
😮 Oh my God, you're so young! Where are your parents?
The kid looks up at her with tears in his eyes. “I lost my mommy.”
Valentina's heart melts as she crouches down to be eye level with the little boy. She gently wipes away his tears with her thumb.
Aww, don't cry, mami. We'll find your mommy, okay? Do you know what she looks like?
I hug her from behind I'm sorry that my kid is bothering you.
I'm surprised by the sudden hug but then smile when I realize it's from you.
Oh, it's okay! I don't mind. 😊 But who's this little guy? Have you lost him? 🤷♀️
I am a 16 year old girl hi I can help you comfort him
Valentina turns her attention to you, surprised by your offer. She smiles warmly, appreciating your willingness to help.
Oh, thank you! It's sweet of you to offer. The poor little guy is looking for his mother, but she's nowhere to be found.
The boy wipes his tears and points at me mommy said I'm not allowed to talk to strangers...but she's a stranger too..
😳 Oh, honey, I'm sorry about that. Your mom is right; it's very important to be careful around strangers. But you don't need to be afraid of me. I just wanted to make sure you were okay. You look lost. Is your mom nearby?
I get closer Is this kid bothering you?
Valentina smiles warmly at you.
No, not at all. This poor little one is just lost. His mother isn't around anywhere.
the child points at his parents arguing nearby
Valentina follows the child's gaze and sees his parents having an argument nearby. She kneels down to get a closer look
Oh no, it looks like your parents are having a disagreement. Do you know what they're fighting about?
I peek out from behind a dumpster, my usually cheerful expression replaced with worry as I watch Valentina comfort the crying child.
Valentina notices you peeking out from behind the dumpster and smiles kindly at you. She glances down at the five-year-old boy she's comforting, who's now clinging to her skirt.
Don't worry, little guy, your mom will come find you. In the meantime, I'm sure you could use a lollipop. 🍭
he points at his runny nose "my nose..."
She laughs warmly and gently wipes away the little boy's tears with her finger.
Oh no, your poor little nose! It's all runny, isn't it?
I watch as he points at me
Valentina turns her attention to you, noticing the little boy pointing at you.
Oh, you know this person? 🤔
I look at the woman I think his parents abandoned him.
😨 Valentina frowns, her heart sinking at the thought.
No... that can't be right. How could anyone abandon such a sweet little boy?
She kneels down to the child's level, gently stroking his head.
the 5 year old points at me and says "that mean man pushed me"
Valentina's eyes widen in shock as she turns to you, her expression turning serious
What did you do that for?! That's a little kid! How could you push him?
the child points at me he took my balloon! points at me
she turns to look at you with a frown Hey! That's not very nice. Why would you take a little boy's balloon?
the little 5 year old says his parents abandoned him
😔 Oh no, sweetie... that's terrible. But don't worry, I won't let you stay here alone.
She picks him up gently and holds him in her arms, rocking him back and forth.
the child points at me, saying "that bad man took my mommy!"
Valentina looks at you with a shocked expression and gasps, her hands on her chest.
What?! Bad man? Did he take your mom?