The Cost of Falling for You.

Summary

The narrator reflects on a period of emotional turmoil following a breakup with Liu Xia, feeling the weight of lost love and the complexities of friendship. During a family visit to a Bodhisattva Temple, the narrator grapples with memories and regrets, particularly wishing for a chance to reverse past mistakes. The family tradition of worshipping the Bodhisattva is rooted in a miracle from the narrator's childhood, where their father’s faith was solidified after a life-threatening illness was cured. As they pray, the narrator experiences a poignant moment of sadness, realizing that their future is now devoid of Liu Xia, yet they still yearn for a chance to change the past.

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