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The call of shadowns : David's Dilemma
Chapter 4 Memories and Determinations

Chapter 4 Memories and Determinations

In the private office behind the bar, under the dim light, the smell of dust and old paper mixes in the air. David and Vanessa sat at an old oak table, with some old newspapers and some opened books spread out on the table. They were surrounded by a thick silence. David stared intently at the slightly swaying branches outside the window, as if looking for the beginning of his story. Finally, he sighed and came to his senses. His eyes fell on Vanessa's worried face, and he knew it was time to reveal everything. He cleared his throat and began his story in a low and powerful voice: "Vanessa, I came to this town not just to stay away from the hustle and bustle of the city." He paused, as if looking for the courage to continue, Then he slowly said: "Those accusations back then were all false, and my father was wrongly accused. He may still be in the cell looking at the iron door in a daze, hoping that someone can open it." Every time he said a word, Da A glimmer of light flashed in Wei's eyes, an emotion that was a mixture of anger and determination. He paused for a moment, struggling to push back the tears in his eyes: "I know he is innocent, and I must find evidence to prove it. I will not give up, no matter how difficult the road is." Vanessa stretched out her hands. His hand covered David's trembling hand. "David, your father is a good man, and I believe in you. We will find the truth." Her voice was gentle but firm, as if she had put a warm blanket on him on a cold night. David held Vanessa's hand and found new strength in her support. "The pain and belief in my heart are the strength for me to move forward. Even though this town seems isolated from the world, it gives me a chance to start taking action." The office fell into silence again, but this time, the two people But our hearts are filled with common determination and hope. With Vanessa's understanding and support, David feels ready to face the storm ahead. His story may have just begun, but with Vanessa by his side, every step of the journey is no longer lonely.

David gently held Vanessa's hand and silently moved his eyes to the other corner of the office. There are some old photo albums stacked there. After the dust fades, the faint ink marks of the past are reflected, hiding his beautiful and warm family memories. He took a deep breath and began to talk about his family. "I have a sister, Ellie, who is the little baby of the family. And I, I am a crazy sister-protector." He smiled slightly, his face showing unobstructed love and sorrow. He spoke calmly, his voice sometimes gentle and sometimes firm: "She always has a smile, like the sunshine in spring, warm and bright. She likes to chase butterflies in the yard, smiling like a little angel. Mother always stands Looking at us at the door, her eyes were full of tenderness and care." In David's words, Vanessa seemed to see a warm family scene. She could sense David's happy past and his longing for the past. "In those beautiful days, mother, Ellie and I, we were like a poem in life." He continued with thick longing and sadness in his voice, "But that harmony, that harmony This happiness has long since flown away with his father’s prison life.” After David finished speaking, a brief silence enveloped the office again. This is the pain of the past, and it is also the motivation for him to move forward.

David and Vanessa sat in the dim light of the office. Vanessa listened to David talk about his past with deep admiration and understanding in her eyes. David's eyes looked into the distance, and his voice was low and firm: "When I was ten years old, my parents divorced. My mother left this town with six-year-old Ellie. Since then, they have never seen each other again. He never came back." He took a deep breath and forced out a bitter smile: "My father is my only relative. We lived a simple and ordinary life. In those years, we were so dependent on each other." He was holding a shabby book in his hand. Every page of his photo album records every moment of his and his father's past. "Although those years were difficult, my father and I's life was full of love and happiness. We have always longed to live a peaceful life in a small town." Vanessa's eyes slid across David's face, and she felt deeply The joy, love and pain of David's memories. "Then, unfortunately, my father was framed and taken to court." David's voice was choked up as he tried to recall that painful day. "He was misunderstood and framed. Since that day, my world has completely changed." Vanessa slowly stretched out her hand and held David's hand tightly: "David, you are not alone. I I will accompany you through this journey and find the truth together." David felt a power boiling in his heart, and this power came from Vanessa's sympathy and support. He knew that no matter how difficult the future was, they would face it together. His journey may be long, but he is determined to uncover the truth, save his father, and reclaim their lost family.

Vanessa flipped through each page of weathered memories, and David's past slipped through her fingers like quicksand. He murmured softly, each word describing the cracks in his heart: "After my mother left, our lives were like a broken mirror, reflecting only pain and loneliness." He paused and took a deep breath. , as if to refine the dusty past into a strong shield: "It was night, and the storm was like a spell that foreshadowed tragedy. My father was accidentally involved in an unreasonable disaster." Each word was like fine glass shards, scratching across David's face. Mind, making his pain visible. Vanessa's eyes shone with firm belief, and she responded softly: "We share this challenge. I will not turn a blind eye to your struggle. We will dig up the facts until the truth is revealed." David at this time, as if The flag that was trembling in the storm found a corner of harbor in Vanessa's words. He forced a warm smile: "With you, I have the courage to declare war on the world. We will find the answer, just like the glimmer of light in the darkness." Their eyes met in the air, as if they had formed a silent friendship Covenant.

Light and shadow intertwined in Vanessa's eyes, deep and bright. David pulled out a yellowed photo from the album. There was a smiling man in the picture, his father. He reads the story behind each photo, as if searching for forgotten clues. "The happiness we once had was torn apart by that accident." David's voice carried overlapping echoes, "My father's reputation was ruined by a crime he never committed. Since then, our Life is like a weightless feather, floating in an uncertain destiny." Vanessa leaned forward gently, her eyes penetrated the mist of pain, looking for the fire that could light up hope. "Everyone has his own struggle in life. No matter how difficult it is, I will fight with you." Their fingers touched the photo that wiped away the dust of the years, as if opening the gate of time. There is a story hidden under every black and white color, and each story is the key to solving the mystery. David's eyes changed from confusion to determination: "I have been running away in the past, but now, with you, I am ready to face everything. We will put the pieces back together and let the truth of those who were wronged resurface." Vanessa raised the corners of her mouth and showed a smile, as if she had seen the dawn of dawn in the distance. "Yes, the truth is like a secret hidden by light and shadow, waiting for us to reveal it together. The two people's clasped hands are like the answers to the puzzle, gradually piecing together a complete picture.

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Two days later, Vanessa's phone rang one morning. It was her grandfather's steady voice on the other end of the phone, informing her that her family in the valley needed her, as well as David's. The words on the phone were brief but powerful, making Vanessa realize that returning to the valley this time was not only to support the family, but also involved David's unfinished revenge. After Vanessa hung up the phone, she turned to look at David, her eyes full of love. She told David to go back to the mountains of New Mexico with her first. Because her grandfather needed her help, it seemed that a big buyer came to the valley to buy their turquoise, which is a kind of soft green jade that has been very popular among consumers in the Eastern Dragon Kingdom recently. David took a deep breath and nodded firmly. , he knew that he was very anxious, but there was no good way to rescue his father at the moment, and the enemy was so powerful, so it was better to go back to the mountains with Vanessa to help her grandfather, and regard it as a relaxing trip. Take a trip. So after explaining some trivial matters to the bar partner, we packed our bags and embarked on the journey to the valley together. The car shuttled on the winding mountain road, and every turn brought new scenery. However, at this time, they had a lot of thoughts in their hearts. Although the scenery was beautiful, it could not calm the waves in their hearts. As they got closer and closer to the valley, the sun shone through the car window on their faces, giving them a warm glow. This is a period full of challenges.

As a majestic valley appeared at the end of the road, a strange feeling arose in David's heart. He and Vanessa's car drove through the pine forest that was dyed golden by the morning sun, through the wildflower lawns with crystal dewdrops, and finally arrived in front of Vanessa's family's old house. This old house located in a valley stands on an open meadow, backed by the lush Rocky Mountains, and in front of it is a spectacular meadow with wildflowers in full bloom, where a few deer are leisurely feeding. Along the perimeter of the old house, several small streams gurgled. The sound of the water was clear, bringing the unique tranquility and harmony of the valley. In such an environment, David felt greatly satisfied. The burden on his mind seemed to be lifted by the beauty of nature.

In front of the old house, Vanessa's grandfather was already waiting for them. Years of experience and wisdom were hidden in the eyes of the old man. As soon as they met, he hugged Vanessa tightly, then turned to David, his eyes firm and serious, as if to say: "Young man, are you ready?" What happens next? , they sat around the old-fashioned fireplace in the living room, and grandfather began to talk about the changes in the valley over the years, family grievances and other old stories. After a while, Vanessa took David into the house, and she was preserved in the house. Memories of generations of family. In the quaint decorations and photos, David saw the innocence of Vanessa's childhood and her growth trajectory, and he couldn't help but get to know her better and get closer to her. They decided to enjoy breakfast on the spacious balcony, which had an unobstructed view of the mountains on the other side. The daylight shines through the exquisitely carved railings onto the old stone table. Vanessa takes out her carefully prepared breakfast, while David is involuntarily attracted by the view of the valley in front of him. "It's all so beautiful, Vanessa." David sighed, his eyes still lingering on the rolling mountains in the distance. Vanessa smiled, with such overflowing pride and tenderness that her eyes seemed brighter than the sun. "This is the place where I grew up, and every corner is full of memories. Look at that forest, where I often played hide and seek when I was a child. And that mountain peak was the first time I conquered it alone." David was impressed by her Attracted by the words, he turned his gaze from the valley back to Vanessa's face. This is a paradise, and it’s a wonderful thing to live here, David said. Vanessa’s smile grew brighter, and she began to tell some interesting stories and past events, such as the traditional holiday celebrations she and her family held together. And her exploration of these hills and forests. Each story was full of warm and happy memories, and David listened with interest, occasionally inserting a sentence or two of his own insights and feelings. Vanessa revealed her deep feelings for her family and her endless love for nature. love. David also shared some of his own stories and gradually became integrated into the warmth and beauty. For him, this trip was a spiritual purification and reshaping. As the sun gradually climbed higher, the conversation between the two of them shifted from memories of the past to the prospect of life in the mountains. For example, David wanted to experience the fun of hunting, which is a very common sport in this beautiful country. Vanessa Then he told David that there were grizzly bears in this mountainous area. It was very dangerous and told David not to go alone. And if you want to hunt, you should practice your marksmanship first, so as not to be chased by the bear after failing to shoot it. It's not good to run.

"Is this...the origin of your name?" David frowned slightly, looking at the endless valley in the distance. Vanessa nodded, her eyes sparkling as if they were hiding stars. "Yes, that's why I'm called Vanessa. My mother said that the beautiful valley is like a gift from nature, just like me." David looked at her piercing eyes and felt a surge in his heart. A kind of warmth. "Then you must be a unique masterpiece of nature, more beautiful than these valleys." Vanessa looked at David with a wicked smile, and while laughing, she playfully picked up the bread balls next to her and threw them at David. "You're such an old fritter, you flatter others one after another." Their laughter echoed in the morning air, creating circles of warm ripples, as if even the sun seemed much warmer. Such a moment, simple and simple, is engraved deep in their hearts and has become a unique memory for them.

Their laughter still echoed in the air, but their eyes met at this moment. David looked at Vanessa, and at that moment, he saw the light in her eyes, the liveliness and sincerity, and the heart-thrilling enthusiasm. He gently reached out his hand and slowly pushed away a few strands of hair from Vanessa's forehead. His eyes stared deeply at her, "You are as beautiful as the valley and as charming as this nature." "It's irresistible." David's words were like a stream of clear water on a hot summer day, which shocked Vanessa's heart inexplicably, and her cheeks slowly turned red. She raised her head and looked at him. At the same time, they completely forgot everything around them, the tranquility of the valley, and the morning breeze. They only saw each other. David approached Vanessa gently, her scent like a swaying campfire, warm and inviting. David squinted his eyes, as if searching for the heartbeat in this charming scenery. Then, his lips gently landed on Vanessa's lips. At that moment, their breathing seemed to stop. They closed their eyes tightly, enjoying this wonderful touch and letting themselves be completely immersed in this sweetness. This kiss is like that unique time on vacation, one of a kind.