Chapter 10 The plane landed in Regional Capital . Jennifer scouted for half a month before finally opening her cafe in a quiet old alley . The " Next Second " signboard shone with dazzling light . Sunlight slanted through the floor - to - ceiling window in one corner , warming everything . Regional Capital enjoys pleasant weather year - round , though rainy seasons last longer now . Jennifer was wiping the window when the door chimes jingled crisply . " Dylan ? " The man at the door wore a black trench coat that accentuated his height , holding a child's hand . He froze momentarily before recognizing her . " Jennifer ? " Memories flooded back as they reconnected instantly . Dylan , her senior by two years in Film Studies , had been legendary on campus . Handsome and brilliant behind the camera , his works swept every gold medal at film festivals . Professors praised him as a born genius . Chamer 13 She never imagined meeting him here . " An iced Americano , please . " Dylan scanned the cafe while speaking . " What brings you here ? Is this your child ? " " My niece . " Dylan pinched the child's cheek . " Tiantian , say hello to sister . " The girl looked up with rosy cheeks , whispering shyly , " Hello , sister . " That sweet , soft voice melted Jennifer's heart instantly . " Tiantian , play with sister for a bit ? Uncle will join you after work . " For thirty minutes , Jennifer entertained her while Dylan worked by the window . The girl kept stealing glances at Jennifer . When Jennifer paused , Tiantian pulled her hand to watch drawings . Dylan observed them with a gentle gaze . " Tiantian rarely warms up to strangers this fast . " Dylan murmured while paying . Chapter 10 Jennifer smiled . " She's adorable . " As they left , Tiantian tugged Jennifer's sleeve . " I want you to watch me draw again . " Jennifer crouched and hugged her . " You're always welcome to draw here . " Tiantian reluctantly released her sleeve , yawning sleepily . Dylan carried her out , Tiantian waving back until they turned the corner . Jennifer watched their silhouettes vanish in sunlight , warmth spreading through her chest . Whenever free , Dylan brought Tiantian to visit . During rushes , he'd help Jennifer serve customers . Tiantian curled quietly on the corner sofa , reading Dylan's picture books . In quiet moments , Dylan wrote scripts beside her . Jennifer would brew him tea . Dylan always thanked her politely . Tian - Tian would blink her bright eyes and smile at Jennifer. One sunny and breezy afternoon , Dylan suggested taking Tian - Tian to the amusement park . " Would you like to join us ? " He patted Tian - Tian's head . " She's been wanting to go with you . Chapter 10 Jennifer smiled . " She's adorable . " As they left , Tiantian tugged Jennifer's sleeve . " I want you to watch me draw again . " Jennifer crouched and hugged her . " You're always welcome to draw here . " Tiantian reluctantly released her sleeve , yawning sleepily . Dylan carried her out , Tiantian waving back until they turned the corner . Jennifer watched their silhouettes vanish in sunlight , warmth spreading through her chest . Whenever free , Dylan brought Tiantian to visit . During rushes , he'd help Jennifer serve customers . Tiantian curled quietly on the corner sofa , reading Dylan's picture books . In quiet moments , Dylan wrote scripts beside her . Jennifer would brew him tea . Dylan always thanked her politely . Tian - Tian would blink her bright eyes and smile at Jennifer . One sunny and breezy afternoon , Dylan suggested taking Tian - Tian to the amusement park . " Would you like to join us ? " He patted Tian - Tian's head . " She's been wanting to go with you . " Chapter 10 Jennifer initially planned to decline , but remembering the child's hopeful gaze softened her resolve . The amusement park buzzed with laughter as Tian - Tian hopped excitedly , holding Dylan's left hand and Jennifer's right . Eventually , the trio stopped before the haunted house entrance . " Scared , sweetheart ? " Jennifer playfully squeezed Tian - Tian's hand . " Not with you and Uncle . " Tian - Tian declared , pulling them forward . Pitch darkness engulfed them inside , icy drafts seeping from unseen crevices . Jennifer shivered as eerie howls echoed around them . Suddenly , a ghoul - costumed actor lunged at Jennifer's face . She recoiled with a gasp , cold sweat drenching her back . Dylan swiftly pulled her close against his chest . " Just keep walking with your eyes shut if you're frightened . " Jennifer's pulse steadied as she leaned lightly against Dylan's shoulder , letting him guide her . Only when faint light emerged ahead did she slowly open her eyes . " Almost out . " Dylan murmured , supporting her elbow carefully . Emerging into daylight , Jennifer exhaled deeply . She froze upon realizing she still lingered against Dylan , then jerked away abruptly .