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Day 1: silhouette
It was never my dream to be your successor.
Your figure is too bright, your shadow too deep, and what I wanted for myself, One Autumn Leaf couldn't give.
But had it been your wish, your gift, I would have gladly donned the mantle you wore—that's how much I respected you.
Day 2: balcony
When the people who loved you were all in despair, I found I needed some space to myself.
Unexpectedly, I crossed paths with Su Mucheng.
“He’ll be back,” she said, and I believed her.
Day 3: climb
Only Su Mucheng visits us now; none of the others were ever like you.
When I remember your teachings, I want to keep going.
If I climb to the top, will you watch me?
Day 4: wordless
Because you left without a word, others scribbled in stories to fill up the gaps.
I couldn’t help but feel conflicted until I received twenty-three minutes of your patience and care.
You always did show your affection through actions, didn’t you?
Day 5: drive
I sprinted to Happy as fast as I could, but among the masses I didn’t see your face.
I wanted to find you, but in the end, it’s no matter.
We both know I’ll be stronger the next time we meet.
Day 6: ruckus
Chen Yehui never saw it coming.
He thought I'd be bitter, but he was dead wrong.
I’m not sorry for what I did to his face—it felt good to give him what he deserved.
Day 7: free day
It’s disappointing to lose to you yet again, but seeing you succeed fills me with something more deep.
“Little Qiu,” you smiled, and my faith was renewed.
We shook hands, and to me, it felt like a promise.