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THE GIRL
Yes, I am used to hardship. I don't
need a lot. But if you go to
America, your future will be
brighter, right?

THE AMERASIAN
I'm not sure, but I hope so. I
heard that the US government would
pay for the education of people
like me.

THE GIRL
Then you should go. I can wait for
you.

THE AMERASIAN

What if I can't come back?

THE GIRL
Your karma would catch up with you.
But I believe you will come back,
right?

THE AMERASIAN
I'm only joking. I will come back
for sure.

The Amerasian holds the girl tightly against him. Dreamily, the two
share their body warmth. The moon rises, and the wind begins to blow.
The girl suddenly becomes agitated.

THE GIRL
Stop. I must go back. My father is
probably home. Oh, and I already
told him that you had apologized
for not coming with your mother.