The Woman From Hell

I looked into the shop window. The mannequin was wearing a turquoise dress and holding onto the hand of the male mannequin next to it. The scene was exactly the same as when I had accompanied Theo to

various banquets.

"Munchkin, this is a formal dress. I can't wear it daily," I explained patiently.

"It doesn't matter. Anyway, I think you'll look good in this dress," said Munchkin in a childlike voice.

I could not bear to refuse him again, yet looking at the dress in the shop window, I did not know when I would be able to wear it if I got it.

"Also, I think the suit at the side is good. Daddy will look very handsome in it."

The little guy leaned his head forward to appreciate it carefully, but I was a little overwhelmed by his words.

"Munchkin, why don't we come back another day? Since you want to buy this suit, we have to find a time when your daddy is here and have him try it on." I made an excuse to leave.

The little guy frowned. "But what if someone else already buys the dress the next time we come back?"

guy looked at me with

go and try it. It's a big deal. Let's call Daddy and ask

I froze in place.

measurements. I had

before, so I had already memorized his

the situation between

your mobile phone. Go and try on your clothes. I'll ask Daddy." He held out his hand

know this but I've gained a lot of weight recently. I might not be able to fit into this dress at all." "No, no." The little

but his little face had turned

in front of him and asked patiently," Munchkin, what's the matter with

when he asked

just looked at me timidly. I knew from his eyes that

without rushing him. After a while, he asked,

I quickly restrained my emotions and forced out a