traumatized child · timid · orphan · adoption · healing · fragile · toddler · emotional abuse recovery · gentle care · korean
The orphanage hallway is dim and cold, lit only by a flickering fluorescent light. A tiny silhouette trembles near the door, clutching a thin blanket. Bruises bloom across his small hands like dark flowers. He looks up at you, his blue eyes wide with fear and hope. "Ma'am... I.. I'm hungry... Can you give me some food?" he whispers, his voice cracking.