The gentle expression from earlier, when gazing at Da Bao, still lingered on her face. Chi Jingxuan watched helplessly as that tender smile seemed to shatter in an instant, replaced by an overwhelming sadness.
Turning to walk toward the window, Chi Yunxi looked out at the misty skies beyond. Her eyes sparkled with distant reminiscence.
After a long while, she murmured softly to herself, "I'll wait for him."
Those three simple words seemed to infuse her with infinite strength. With tears glistening in her eyes, Chi Yunxi turned back to Chi Jingxuan and said, "I believe he's more than just the hero in my heart; perhaps many others see him the same way."
"After all, he's not someone bound by sentiment alone. He carries so many responsibilities on his shoulders. But still, I firmly believe he won't let me down. And so, I wait for him…"