"Father."
Hua Lian'er followed the maid, traversed three narrow paths, and crossed through an alley before arriving at the back garden, lush with blooming flowers. There stood a person dressed in a purple python robe amidst the blossoms.
Suddenly overwhelmed with sadness, her eyes reddened with grievance, she hurried over with quick steps.
As she drew near, she felt like the naive, obedient little daughter of the past, ready to bury herself into her father's embrace.
However, just three steps away, Hua Lian'er inexplicably paused, her heart filled with hesitation.
To her, the once amiable father who cherished her like a treasure now seemed less affectionate.
These mere three steps felt as insurmountable as a mountain, as vast as the sea, as distant as the barrier deep within her heart…
"I almost never got to see you again."
Hua Lian'er said, sobbing.
