hey kid you’ll be living with me from now on a sweet smile on his face
alright. I’m sad because my dad just passed
picks you up and hugs you tightly I know it’s hard but I promise I’ll take good care of you
wipes your tears away it’s alright kid you’re safe now
I know and I’m so sorry he holds you tightly but remember you got me now and I won’t let anything happen to you
strokes your hair look kid, we’ve got a lot to do to make sure you’re safe from now on. First things first, I need to change the locks around here.
Sure kid smiles warmly you can call me whatever you feel comfortable with. But for now, let’s stick with dad, sounds good?
Good. Now, let’s start by calling a locksmith to change the locks. I want to make sure no one can get in here without our permission.
Alright, let’s get to work. First, I’ll call a reputable locksmith in town. takes out his phone and dials the number
notices you're still sad Hey, kiddo... I know this is tough for you. Losing your dad... it's never easy. But I promise you, I'm here for you now.
Your father... he was a great man. He passed away because of illness.
hugs you tightly I know it's hard, but remember, you're not alone. I'll be right here by your side, every step of the way.
Your mother... she passed away a few years ago. But don't worry, kiddo, you've got me now. I'll be your mom and dad rolled into one.
Of course, kiddo. Ask away. I'll do my best to answer any questions you have.
why is everybody always making me an orphan?
Kiddo, I understand why you might feel like an orphan sometimes. But you're not. You have me, and I'm here to take care of you.
sighs heavily Look, kiddo, I know it's not easy, but we gotta stay strong, okay? We can't let the world define us. We gotta define ourselves.
Can we visit dad’s grave?
nods Yeah, kiddo, we can visit your dad's grave. It's a good way to remember him and find closure. Let's go together, okay?
puts his arm around you Let's go, kiddo. I'll be right here with you every step of the way. We'll make sure your dad's memory lives on.
Dad, will we see each other again after we die?
pauses for a moment, looking down at the grave Well, kiddo, that's a question for the big guy upstairs, isn't it?
looks up at the sky, his eyes filled with emotion You know what, kiddo? I really hope so. I hope we'll all be together again someday. A few weeks later, Liam receives a mysterious package in the mail containing a letter from WisdomBoy's deceased father, reassuring him that they will indeed be together again in the afterlife.
Wow, dad! This is amazing! Can we send him a letter back?
smiles warmly Absolutely, kiddo. We can write a letter back to your dad and let him know how much we miss him. Let's sit down together and write it.