Chapter 8 Summary

One day, Kisa brings wonderful news: he has seen Sookan's Father, who is alive and healthy, as are Sookan's three brothers! Father has gotten a job transporting goods between North and South Korea, so he is able to help many people escape to safety, including his sons. He sends word that the family should be ready to leave on a moment's notice, and in the meantime, try not to attract suspicion. The family volunteers a lot for the Communist Party, and they manage to get a job making flags and posters at home, so they can wait for Father. Finally, they find out that Father can not take the risk of coming to them, so Kisa finds the family a guide who is willing to take them south. They obtain a large bag of jewelry, as well as a little money, which they...