Chapter 157. The Shawshank Redemption
She gave birth to her, but the first time she could hold her was two months ago. She could not put her down for a second. The little thing ate well, slept well, and seldom cried. She liked to be held in her mother’s arms and went around each room. Her eyes would widen with curiosity, and she chased the fat cat whenever she saw it.
Jimmy had visited once and sent a special gift.
After he was gone, Kate took the little bear to her daughter’s crib. She pressed the button, and the bear started to dance and sang. After the song she sang, another piece of music started.
The familiar music brought tears to Kate’s eyes. After the familiar piano prelude, she heard the mellow voice. “Hush, little baby, don't say a word. Papa's gonna buy you a mockingbird. And if that mockingbird won't sing, Papa's gonna buy you a diamond ring…”
This time he sang much more fluently than last time. Kate put her hand to her mouth and turned her back to her daughter. Her daughter opened he
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