"Philip?" Barbara covered her mouth with one hand. Tears appeared in the corners of her eyes again. But this time, the meaning was different.

"Philip, you’re safe?"

Barbara snatched the phone from Kara. With two hands, she cupped it as if it were a very precious object.

"Yes, Auntie. Philip is safe."

Barbara let out a laugh. Her eyes twinkled at the figure she missed so much. However, when her laughter died down, the curve of her lips changed direction.

"But, why isn't he moving? ...