Ling Zihan’s profession was such that once he went to the front lines for a mission, he wouldn't be back for quite a while. If something were to happen…
As a mother, she was terrified; she often lay awake at night, consumed by worry.
The Ling family didn't need Ling Zihan to risk his life; they only needed him to follow the established path, which had already been paved for him. But even a paved road required merit to serve as a foundation.
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