Chapter 248

Joseph's POV "For the mother of the tantrum-throwing child" I was amused by her boldness. I opened the envelope and pulled out a card that read "Prayer for Children" on the front. On the back, in the same handwriting as the envelope, she had written: "Madam, Happy Birthday. However, I feel your son needs more prayers to the Moon Goddess to prevent evil from corrupting his body and soul. We must pray that children become people who advocate and practice virtue. Please accept this small prayer and pray for your son daily." I burst out laughing right there in the store. The nerve! She actually left a card for my mother. I'd never met anyone like this. Mom would love this story. I'd give her the card. She'd probably pray for me every day. This was hilarious. I was laughing so hard I teared up while the saleswoman stared at me like I was crazy. Too bad I'd never see that beautiful, feisty woman again. The next day, I arrived at the office in high spirits, thinking it would be easy since my