Her Brother

She gives off the vibe of a well-bred young lady. Though she lacks striking eyes.

"Susie, where have you been? I've been looking for you."

A low voice echoed from behind her. Her father's thick hands gripped her shoulders tightly.

"We'll be saying goodbye soon. I'm worried about whether you'll be able to manage on your own."

The mother, standing beside her, radiates an elegant smile to those around her.

Every single passenger on this cruise ship belongs to the privileged class.

My mother told me:

"Don't end up like your brother Maxim. You're our only hope."

I reply quietly.

"I know, Mom."

The parents were devastated by the loss of their child prodigy brother, Maxim. The Liam family was at rock bottom.

But when I passed the exam, smiles returned to their faces.

I would do anything for my family, no matter what.