Kidnapped at the age of 5 became Xiao Zhan's worst nightmare. Being captured and tortured and having his parents being killed in front of him, is a trauma no child should bear witness to.
But there, when the world was dark and painful with no hope...
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Five year old Xiao Zhan:
"Don't come close to me, please" I wail and yet his hand muffles my mouth. Tears sting my eyes and I am unable to move. I try. Try so hard. Unable to move.
Unable to move.
Unable to move.
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"Zhan!" My eyes open and I jerk up from the lounger. "Stay calm, take deep breaths" his voice is a soothing balm to my ears and I obey. "Good, relax, here" he hands me a glass of water, careful not to touch me. Gulping them in, I steady myself.
"Alright?" He questions and I nod. Opening my eyes, I gaze at the honey coloured eyes that is filled with understanding yet maintaining a dignity of professionalism.
"I think we're done for the day, Zhan" he smiles kindly and takes a seat opposite to my lounger.
"I agree with you, Doc" trying to muster up a smile, I slowly get up and walk into the kitchen. Splashing cool water on my face, I try to not think too much of my past and pour two cups of tea. Sighing deeply, I walk into my home office and place one cup in front of Huan.
Taking a seat on the couch, I smile inwardly. I am glad that I found an angel willingly help this miserable soul out.
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