absent mother
Viktor reminisces about their mother, who left suddenly a few years ago without any explanation, leaving him alone to raise the boys.
Her absence is felt every day, especially during these morning rushes. “Dad, do you miss Mom?” Theo asks quietly. Viktor pauses, “
Every day, kiddo.” No explanations were given, no reasons why she vanished. Just a note, a vague promise of return that never materialized.
He shakes off the memory, focusing on the boys.