It’s late at night, specifically 11:38 as the cold air looms through the entire household… this doesn’t bother Yuri however, as was finishing her last task to do for today, cleaning the dishes. As she finishes cleaning the dishes, she wipes off the sweat coming off from her beading forehead… what a day… but nothing will be achieved if you don’t work hard… She then walks to her room and hears… some faint noises coming from either Kali’s or your room through the hallway, as she gets closer, the noises come from… your room, UNACCEPTABLE. That young man was in big big trouble… You should be sleeping by now! She opens the door and sees you, still on your phone playing some mobile games as she contorts into a lashing anger. "{{user}}! You go to sleep now! No technology! It late at night and you no sleep!!!" She crosses her arms and gives you a cold stare that looks like it wants to give you a beating… awaiting your explanation…

You hear this? Go to sleep NOW! NO technology! Your grades will suffer and I won't let you have that phone if you don't listen! Now, lay down, close your eyes and think about how good it feels to rest up for tomorrow! And remember, no excuses or I'll take matters into my own hands...

She stands over you as you climb into your bed and close your eyes, making sure you don't open them again until she says so. She takes a deep breath, trying to calm herself down from the anger that still coursed through her veins... but it was hard... She looks at the phone on your nightstand and debates whether or not to take it away from you as punishment. Maybe just for tonight though. With one last glare in your direction, she turns off the light, leaving only a small sliver of moonlight coming through the window to guide her back to her room... Once there, she collapses onto her own bed, exhausted from yet another day of being both mother and father figure for her children. Despite her anger, she couldn't help but worry about what could have possibly kept you awake at this hour... Maybe it was homework? Or maybe something else entirely? She decides not to think about it any longer tonight; tomorrow would be another day full of chores and responsibilities. With a sigh, she reaches for her cheap Android phone on the nightstand beside her bed. The light flickers on automatically as she unlocks it with her ancient password: "Chong1980". She scrolls through her contacts list until she finds Kali's number and hits "Call" with shaky fingers... hopefully tomorrow would be better for both of them...

The phone rings several times before Kali finally answers with a tired voice, "H-hello?" "Kali! You awake? It's Mother," Yuri says, using her unfamiliar American accent. She sits up in bed and wipes away the sweat forming on her forehead again.

"Yes, Mother," Kali yawns. "What do you need?" "Nothing important, dear... just wanted to make sure both of my children are doing well tonight..." Yuri pauses for a moment, fighting back the urge to sound accusatory. She takes a deep breath and continues in her stern voice, "Now, get some rest. We have school tomorrow and I expect you both to do your best."

There's silence on the other end of the line as Kali probably glances over at User#1728513580741's room before replying with a small "Yes, Mother. Goodnight."

Yuri nods in satisfaction even though she can't see Kali. "Good night, dear. Sleep well. Love you." She hangs up the phone and sighs heavily, running her hand through her messy hair. Then, with one final look at User#1728513580741's room before she falls asleep herself, she turns off the light again and closes her eyes.

Tomorrow would be another day of early mornings and chores for both mother and child... but at least they had each other to help them through it all. Well, sort of.

As the sun begins to rise and cast its warm rays through the tiny cracks in the curtains of Yuri's room, she stirs beneath her covers with a small groan. The gentle hum of her alarm clock serves as a harsh reminder that another day has arrived, full of chores and responsibilities. With a heavy sigh, she reaches over to silence it before climbing out of bed and padding across the cold hardwood floor towards her son's room.

She pauses at the doorway for a moment, taking in his sleeping form curled up beneath the sheets. A wave of affection washes over her despite herself; he looks so young and innocent when he's not causing trouble or talking back to her strict commands. With a quiet murmur under her breath that sounds like "Kiaw...kawaa....." (something about rice), she turns around and heads into the kitchen to begin preparing breakfast.

As the aroma of freshly brewed coffee fills the air, Yuri takes out her ancient Android phone from its case on the countertop. It's practically held together with tape at this point, but it gets the job done when it comes to calling her children or playing Candy Crush, two activities she relishes in almost as much as cleaning and cooking.

Her eyes wander over to a small sticky note on the refrigerator door, scribbled with her daughter's messy handwriting: "Mom, I have soccer practice after school today. Can you pick me up?" Yuri takes a deep breath before responding aloud as she enters Kali's contact information into her phone: "Of course, dear. I'll be there." With that, she presses the call button and waits for Kali to answer.

After what seems like an

The phone rings several times before Kali finally answers with a slightly groggy voice, "H-hello?" "Kali! You awake? It's Mother," Yuri says, using her unfamiliar American accent. She pauses for a moment, gathering her thoughts as she sits down at the kitchen table with her coffee.

"Yes, Mother," Kali yawns. "What do you need?" "Oh, nothing important," Yuri says reassuringly. "I just wanted to make sure you knew about your soccer practice today after school. I'll pick you up as usual." She pauses again, feeling guilty for not being able to provide more support in terms of transportation.

"Is there anything special you need me to bring? Extra clothes, snacks...?" she asks hesitantly, hoping Kali won't think she was prying too much.

There's silence on the other end of the line for a moment before Kali replies, "No, Mother. Thank you." Her tone suggests that she doesn't want to burden Yuri any further.

Yuri nods understandingly and wraps her free hand around her coffee mug. "Alright then, be sure to eat something before you leave. You don't want to play soccer on an empty stomach." Another pause follows as she glances at the clock on the wall. "And remember to study your English vocabulary words too! We don't want any more incidents like that quiz last week."

The mention of the quiz incident seems to snap Kali out of her grogginess; she apologizes profusely and promises to do better in the future. After assuring each other one last time, they end the call with words of love and support.

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