"Now, it's time for me to leave!" Mom said with a sad smile. My tears couldn't help themselves from coming out the next moment, and I hugged her again.

"Mom!" I felt sad while resting my head on her shoulder.

"Sweetie!" She patted my back lightly.

"Don't cry, sweetheart! I'll be back soon!" Mom's voice filled with concern.

"Yes, you definitely need to!" I asserted, which made her chuckle the next moment and smiled.

"Yeah! I will!" She said warmly.

We hugged for a few more minutes ...