“Yan’er, say something! What’s wrong!” The young woman, seeing my dazed state, suddenly grabbed and shook my shoulders forcefully.
I looked fearfully at the woman, who was probably my mother, despite being nearly my own age in my previous life.
I tried to recover from the shock, reading her lips: “It’s okay, Mother, your daughter is fine.” However, her caring gaze and worried expression showed genuine concern, something I’d desperately wanted as an orphan.
“Yan’er, remember, don’t make mother worry again. Don’t do foolish things. Don’t be sad, don’t cry—let those who make you cry wish they were dead!
The woman’s delicate face suddenly turned fierce, her elegant face now wearing a cold smile, losing her previous gentleness.
I stared blankly at this woman I called mother—fragile exterior, but with a heart that defied everything, unyielding and strong.
I actually admired her, making an effort to smile at her. I understood clearly she was my only support here, the only one who truly cared about me.
“Mother, I won’t worry you anymore. I’ll live strongly!” This response apparently surprised her, my determination unexpected.
“Since that’s the case, I’m relieved. Yan’er, don’t worry. Mother will soon take you away from this abandoned courtyard!” With a resolute tone, she left me with just a glimpse of her purple figure—extraordinarily strong.
I let out a light sigh, hanging my hands weakly, my eyes fixed on my chest. The jade pendant still hung around my neck, its white light emitting an indescribable eeriness.
I forced a smile into the air, muttering to myself: “Ran Yan’er is a 21st-century new human, how can she be defeated by such a small setback? Since I’ve already arrived in this unknown country, I must strive to live.” After saying this, I laughed three times into the air to boost my courage.
“Miss, miss…”
I seemed to hear someone calling me from behind, but my hearing impairment had reduced my sensitivity. I turned around to see Wuer looking worried.
“Miss, are you okay… I think I just saw you…” she said, pointing at the lingering smile on my face.
“Hehe… I was practicing my pronunciation!” I awkwardly smiled, feeling a bit embarrassed.
