Although, they didn't lose the child deliberately but were swept away by floodwaters. But lost is lost; the deed is done.
"Let's take it one step at a time. You've got to keep an eye on her these days while she's home. Don't let her go out alone." The old man sat by the stove, smoking his pipe, speaking in a low voice.
According to his intention, after all, it is his grandchild, recognition must be retrieved.
As for whether the child returns to this home, it's not their decision to make. The child has their own thoughts, especially when others have cared for the child for so many years, the emotional attachment on the child is certainly more than theirs.
They just needed to show an attitude; they genuinely care about the child. Both children weren't abandoned by their family.
It was just that they really didn't know the life or death of the child then, nor where to find them.
"I understand."
The old woman responded quietly.
