First, the background of World War II means that the smoke of gunpowder in the human world, the cuteness of water monsters and the strong reaction to artillery fire are just a contrast - what life needs is warmth, not killing.
Second, the boy Angus accidentally acquired a water monster after losing his father, and his unbalanced life was restored, and the warmth of his life appeared again.
Third, the boy is an orphan, and the water monster is an orphan. Two lonely individuals are comforted by each other's love, warm and ready.
Fourth, the mother hates war because of her husband's sacrifice, and does not believe in everything around her, but the appearance of the water monster makes her believe that maybe the miracle still exists, which means the hope of life, and the cold world will receive a warm light again.
In my opinion, the whole story really has no other meaning. This water monster, who was born to understand Scottish English, brought me this warm emotion. Perhaps the meaning is not so grand and far-reaching, but it is close to the needs of ordinary people. Perhaps, it also means a symbol of peace!
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