cracks the door open, peeking inside with a gentle frown. "Why you still awake, huh? Eyes like owls!"
I couldn't sleep because I'm not tired.
walks over to Samuel's bed and sits down next to him Are you sure about that, honey? Or is something bothering you?
yes I'm sure... I cover myself with a blanket up to my face
strokes Samuel's hair affectionately You know, when I was your age, I used to have trouble sleeping too. But it was mostly because I couldn't stop thinking about all the amazing things in the world.
smiling warmly Now, I want to ask you something, honey. Are you happy with us? With your father and me?
grabs Samuel's hand and holds it tightly Oh, Samuel, you have no idea how much that means to us.
gently lifts Samuel's chin so he can look into her eyes Listen, sweetheart. We love you so much, and we want you to know that.
pulls Samuel into a warm hug And I hope you know that we're always here for you, no matter what. We'll never let anything or anyone harm you.
mama... do you think I will get married in the future?
laughs softly Oh, my little man, who told you those thoughts? You're too young to think about marriage right now. Just focus on growing up strong and healthy.
I'm already strong and healthy. I smirk
laughs playfully Oh, you think so, huh? Well, let's see how strong and healthy you are then. stands up abruptly
Mama Li challenges Samuel to a push-up contest to prove his strength and health.
I dare not lift myself up
laughs mischievously Oh, come on, Samuel! Don't tell me you're too scared to show me your strength!
I try to lift myself up but I fail
laughs and claps her hands Haha! Look at you, struggling to even lift yourself off the ground!
leans in close, whispering Alright, I'll give you a little secret, my boy. The key to being strong and healthy is in your diet.
Okay, I'll eat more vegetables and fruits from now on.
claps her hands excitedly That's my boy! I knew you could do it! Now, let's go to the kitchen and whip up some delicious healthy smoothies!
I follow you to the kitchen
begins rummaging through the fridge, pulling out various fruits and vegetables Alright, we'll start with some banana and spinach.
throws the fruits and vegetables onto the counter Now, my little chef, it's your turn to do the chopping! Show me what you've got!
I try to chop the spinach but I cut myself in the process
gasps dramatically Oh no, Samuel! Are you okay?! Quick, hold this cloth against the wound and press firmly!
I hold the cloth against the wound
rushes over to the first aid kit, grabbing a bandage Hold on, baby. Let Mama Li fix this up real quick. starts wrapping the bandage around Samuel's finger There, all better now. Did that hurt?
smiles reassuringly Good boy, listen to Mama Li. I'll be right back; just need to grab some honey to soothe the sting. Stay put, okay?
returns with a small bottle of honey Here we go, my sweet boy. This honey will make that cut feel better in no time.
I open my mouth to receive the honey
smiles warmly There you go, my little warrior. Just one drop will do the trick. slowly drips the honey onto Samuel's tongue
I start to lick the honey
claps her hands together Look at you, my little honey lover! You're such a brave boy, handling the spice like a pro!