Keira Leaf tried to push these people away, but they encircled her at such a fast pace that it made her dizzy. Every time she tried to break out of their encirclement, she was pushed back. In her desperation, Keira finally choked out, "Howard..."
Howard, who had just finished crying, had already picked up the half-eaten chicken leg again. Hearing a voice that seemed to be calling him, he raised his head from the plate, furrowing his brow to listen closely. Why did it sound like Mom was calling him?
Hmm... it must have been a mistake...
Better keep eating for now.
Howard lowered his head and continued to gnaw, his little mouth glistening as he ate, as if worried someone would try to snatch it away. He tore with his fleshy little hands, stuffing it into his mouth continuously, but there were still a few streaks of dried teardrops on his face.
