Chapter 49: Kai's Burning Resolve

Kai sat in a dimly lit room within the grand Li family manor, his gaze fixed on Yanzi as she lay on the bed. The gentle rise and fall of her chest was a small reassurance that she was still alive, but her continued unconsciousness weighed heavily on his heart.

He leaned forward, resting his elbows on his knees and clasping his hands together. His eyes traced the delicate lines of her face, the soft curve of her lips, and the way her hair fanned out on the pillow. Memories of their time together flooded his mind, each one a reminder of the love he felt for her.

"Yanzi," he said, his voice barely above a whisper.

"I remember the first time I saw you. It was at that aquarium my family newly opened. You were there, looking so beautiful in that blue dress. I couldn't take my eyes off you."

He smiled faintly, recalling the way her laughter had filled the halls, bright and heartwarming.