16. A Glimmer of Innocence Amidst the Night
In the soft evening light, the Martinez family left Lumière, their mood subdued except for young Sarah. Her question, born out of innocence, pierced the night’s silence. “Why did that man laugh at us, Mama?” she queried, her confusion evident.
Faced with her daughter’s naive inquiry, Maria struggled to find a soothing explanation. “People sometimes forget kindness,” she gently answered, drawing her daughter closer. Carlos chimed in, emphasizing the importance of maintaining and sharing kindness, despite others’ actions.