Sophia continued stroking Gyeoul’s head for a while.  
Occasionally, she hugged Gyeoul’s upper body, nestled on her lap, tightly.  

**“It’s all the adults’ fault.”**  

How could it be a child’s fault for not knowing the ways of the world?  
Sophia showered Gyeoul with affection until she felt completely at ease.  
Gyeoul, not seeming to dislike it, simply lay still.  

**“Hmm…”**  

Their eyes met, and Gyeoul smiled softly.  
Her innocent gaze brought an involuntary smile to Sophia’s face.  

A child so pure, one who could make even the …