Darin had been abducted. But before that, she had parents and a brother. They had all doted on her. She had been mischievous, but her family had always indulged her. This rabbit figurine hadn't been made by Violet's brother. It had been made by Darin's own brother.

Yet, so many things had slipped from her memory. She couldn't remember what her parents or brother looked like. Yes, she had grandparents too-both of whom loved her dearly. She could almost hear the gentle, loving voice from her memories. "Oh, my little darling, when will you grow up? When will you learn to be more sensible?"

Violet quietly stood beside her, gazing at the beautiful scenery of the southern river port, and remarked softly, "What a lovely river view."

The mention of the river felt like lightning striking Darin's mind.

"River York! You spoil her so much that she thinks she can get away with anything. What will people say in the future?"

"River, come here quickly! Jaina has fallen and hurt her leg!"

Darin's chest heaved with agitation. It was a cold day, yet she was drenched in sweat, the moisture trickling down her forehead. "I..."

She struggled to speak, her voice barely above a whisper. "My father's name is River York. My brother made this little rabbit figurine. The things you just said happened to me. You know where my brother and my parents are, don't you? They didn't abandon me. I was kidnapped..."

Tears slipped down her fair cheeks, but she quickly wiped them away and took several deep breaths. She could only stare out the window. She didn't dare look at Violet or turn back, afraid her tears would spill over again.

of using his powers and connections to find you. After you went missing, your father resigned from his post to search for you for a full decade. He

search for you. He simply waits at home just in case you return, so

Jaina York before I came here, but now I'm certain. You're not Darin or Lisette Sanford. You are Jaina York, River's daughter, and Jacob's

given

He said it was a

survived, and that she was a precious child that was a gift from the heavens. He said she should cherish herself, and that was why he gave her a name

favor? I have so many questions to ask you. Can we find a place to

nodded, understanding her concern about Tamara, who

here where we can see even further. Would you like to go up and take a look, Ms. Sanford?" Though Jaina's voice was choked with emotion, she still managed to ask. "We can still go

brightly. "If you trust me, I'll take you up-we'll just

"Doesn't that sound a

raised her chin, exuding a haughty air reminiscent of a little sister being particularly sharp-tongued. "You're going to marry my godbrother. He's a warrior. How could his wife lack courage? If you don't want to go,

inside, and felt anxious. It was obvious that Violet was testing

she hesitating? Just

Spencer up to see?

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