When I was little⦠Though I canāt remember her face anymore, I loved being in my motherās arms. Even on nights when we couldāve been bombed at any moment, just having my mother by my side allowed me to sleep soundly. My mother was strong. Anya tells me all the time that even if sheās in danger, her Mama will come save her, so sheāll be okay. The reason sheās able to smile and have fun like that is because youāre a safe place for her, Yor-san. We agents of the state have been trying to rebuild this world through our blood, sweat and tears. Yet she managed to accomplish that all on her own. Youāre very strong, Yor-san. This may be rude to say to an unmarried woman, but youāre already a wonderful mother.


















