257 Family

Jisung was the very first one to stand up and run to his parents, the tall couple, a splitting image of their shy child. 

Then, the other trainees started standing up, too. 

"Ren," a kind voice called out. Ren turned to his mom, surprised to see her there. 

"Mom?" he said in a small voice, sounding more vulnerable than ever. His mother had never accepted his dreams…she had always wanted him to go a more conventional route. 

To become a lawyer or to become a doctor. 

So, in the end, Ren still didn't feel satisfied with himself despite reaching great achievements. 

"Ren," his mother repeated. "Your mom's here." 

With those words, Ren ran to his mom, wrapping her in a tight hug. 

"I'm here now," she whispered into his ear. "Your mom's here to support you now." 

Casper, whose parents were working outside of the country, smiled when he saw his three sisters with teasing looks on their faces.