I looked sideways, knowing nothing about what this place might be. The room was pitching black but I was able to see my mom’s face from the light by the window. I was puzzled and confused. “Mom, what is this place?”

I just couldn’t let go of my grip on her left arm. Her right hand landed on my hand and held it tight. Slowly she pushed my hand away. I just watch her with frowned eyebrows. She stood up and stepped backwards. I just froze on the spot. Her face slowly disappeared behind a door with her cheeks wet with tears.  I heard the door was lock and I ran to the door.

“Open this door! Mom... Help,” I screamed but there seemed to be no answers. Suddenly the light was on and I could see the whole atmosphere of the cold breezy room. It was a ward. There are two beds there. Suddenly the door opened. A middle-aged woman entered.

“Hello Miss Park Haein, I am your doctor from today on,”

I just couldn’t help myself but to let my jaws dropped.