Chuck's Donuts

In "Three Women of Chuck's Donuts," Chuck's Donuts symbolizes family. Though Sothy's daughters, Tevy and Kayley, do not have an uncomplicated upbringing, they see the shop as a representation of their happier days with their mother. In the shop, they can share space and ideas in a distinct and particular manner. Being at the shop teaches them about survival, about one another, and creates a link between them.

Superking Son

In "Superking Son Scores Again," Superking Son is a symbol of illusion. The teammates on the badminton team see Superking Son as their hero and their role model, and are disinterested in disrupting this notion. However, the more distracted and detached Superking Son becomes, the less reliable he is to the boys. By the end of the story, they realize they must let go of the hopes and dreams they attached to Superking Son, and...