Stealing the Celestial Path.

Summary

In the midst of a sudden rainstorm, Princess Chang anxiously awaits Pei True Monarch's arrival, revealing her distress about her ailing daughter, Chiba. Upon meeting, she expresses her sorrow and urgency, leading Pei Zi Yun to visit the sick princess. Inside, he finds Chiba frail and unwell, haunted by memories of their joyful past. The atmosphere is heavy with the scent of medicine, and as Pei Zi Yun learns of Chiba's heart condition, he feels a deep sense of guilt and sorrow. Princess Chang, reflecting on her lost love and her daughter's suffering, confronts Pei Zi Yun about his feelings and responsibilities, revealing her desperation as a mother. The narrative explores themes of love, loss, and the burdens of expectation, culminating in Pei Zi Yun's poignant realization of his unworthiness in the face of such profound affection.

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