In truth, she had grown accustomed to it over the years. Drifting through life, she had grown up. But it turned out that warmth, far more than hardship, could bring a person to tears.
Old Mrs. Huo wrapped her arms around Chi Wan, gently patting her back as if soothing a child. "Silly girl," she murmured, "why are you being so formal with your grandmother?"
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