Hong Kong Young Writers Anthologies Fiction Group 3 - 2017 | Page 326

“Kai…” I gasp, lost for words.
He turns at the sound of his name, “Charles…” he realizes.
We engulf each other in a hug.
“You’re such a hero, Kai.” I say.
“You are one too. You are the 801st hero.” Kai replies.
“I have good news! My dad welcomes the Chinese Army into the International Settlement!”
A faint smile appears on Kai’s face, “We will fight for the good of our country, even if it means sacrificing our lives. We
will not go across, unless we get an order from our general to do so.” Kai says decisively.
Moved, I remember his words and head back to the International Settlement.
Once I get to my house, I recount to my dad the Chinese Army’s response.
“I will contact their general and try to change his mind.” my dad says.
That night, I listen nervously as my dad talks with the Chinese general over the phone. After he puts it down, he tells me
the news, “They’ve agreed to retreat into the International Settlement and then move to the next battlefield. We will be
expecting them tonight.”
“Yes!” I yell in victory and run towards the bridge to await the soldiers’ arrival.