Chapter 21 Night fell , the bonfire was lit , and the crowd danced , sang , laughed , and the sound of the waves mixed together on the beach . Emma sat on the beach , quietly watching the bustling crowd . " Not going to play ? Waylon sat down beside her and handed her a cup of hot cocoa . " She took it and smiled , " I prefer watching . " Waylon didn't say anything , he just sat with her . After a long time , he suddenly spoke : " Yu Ran . " " Hmm ? she turned her head to show her confusion . " " You deserve better , he turned to look at her , his eyes serious . " Don't let the past hold you back . " Emma was stunned . The sea breeze brushed past , the glow of the bonfire reflecting on his profile , gentle yet resolute . She lowered her head and softly murmured " Hmm " . Perhaps she really could try to move forward . Cadoc stood on the streets of Chicago , with the sea breeze carrying a salty , damp smell . He looked at the unfamiliar and bustling city in front of him , his eyes gloomy and weary . It had been a month , and he had almost searched every corner of Chicago , but still couldn't find any trace of Emma . The clue sent by the assistant only mentioned that she bought a plane ticket to Chicago . But this city is so big , where exactly is she hiding ? Cadoc rubbed his temples , the days of constant running had left his eyes bloodshot . He raised his hand to check the wristwatch , it was already nine o'clock in the evening , and the pedestri- ans on the street were gradually becoming scarce . 0.0 % 11:51 Chapter 21 288 Vouchers He walked aimlessly , his eyes scanning every passing figure , afraid of missing any possible opportuni- ty . Suddenly , his footsteps came to a sudden halt . Not far ahead , a woman in a white dress was standing with her back to him under the streetlight . The slender figure , the slightly raised hair , everything was just like Emma . Cadoc's heart suddenly tightened , and his blood seemed to boil in an instant . Almost instinctively , he rushed over and grabbed the other person's wrist , his voice hoarse and urgent : " Emma ! " The woman was startled and turned her head suddenly - it was a stranger's face . " Who are you ?! The woman exclaimed in panic , shaking off his hand and taking two steps back . " Cadoc stood still , the light in his eyes extinguished in an instant . It wasn't her . Cadoc looked at the vast crowd of people and suddenly smiled . The laughter was hoarse and bitter . He took out his phone and dialed his assistant's number . " Keep searching ... Turn Chicago upside down if you have to , but find her . " He hung up the phone and looked up at the night sky , his eyes stubborn and crazy . Emma , where were you exactly ... In the early morning , the sunlight streamed in through the white curtains , Emma pushed open the win- dow , and the damp sea breeze carried a faint salty smell . She took a deep breath , with a slight smile on her lips . This homestay was part of what she bought with that money , a three - story building facing the sea , with a yard full of roses and lilies she planted herself . Every morning , she would cut a few fresh flowers and place them in each room of the guesthouse . " Sister Emma , the breakfast today was so delicious ! Several student guests who had been staying here for the summer vacation waved and smiled at her . " 35.4 % 11:51 Chapter 21 † 288 Vouchers Emma glanced down and said , " If you like it , that's good . If it's not enough , there's more in the kitchen . " She turned and went downstairs . Just as she reached the yard , she saw Waylon walking towards her with a bag of fresh fish . " The fish was just caught this morning at the dock , I'll make soup for you at noon . He shook the bag in his hand at her , with a gentle smile . " Emma took it and accidentally touched his palm with her fingertips , the warm touch spreading to her heart . The two of them were both startled for a moment , then instinctively averted their gaze at the same time . These months , Waylon has become the most familiar person in her life . He was like a beam of light shining into her dim world . The former Emma always lived in the shadow of others , without any independent thoughts , living in a daze . It was his appearance that made her realize she could also be cared for , and she had the right to do what- ever she wanted . 77.3 % Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!