“Your face…”

Irina pursed her lips and smiled, making a shushing gesture. “Be softer. I’m afraid that other people will see me, so it’s safer this way. Am I very dirty?”

Damien wiped one finger on Irina’s face, then said, “Like a block of wood that grew eyes.”

“That’s good.” Irina felt assured.

Bang—

Suddenly, a loud sound erupted outside. Both Irina and Damien were shocked, and An’an, who was almost falling asleep, burst out crying from the shock.

“Wah— Wah—”

The baby’s sharp and loud cry immediately spread out of the cave.

Irina thought, It’s a goner!

Damien’s hair erupted, and he pushed Irina to the very inside. He...