Two hours later, the car slowly drove into the town where her adoptive parents once lived.

This place seems to have been forgotten by time, and everything has retained its original appearance.

The quaint buildings are scattered in an orderly manner, and the quiet streets are sparsely populated, weaving together a warm and nostalgic picture.

She sat in the car, her eyes passing through the sparse crowd and falling on the familiar house not far away.

Her heart beat faster involuntarily, and her hands were clenched together tightly, as if trying to grasp the passing time.

For her, that house is not just a place to live, but also the home where she started her new life when she was five years old. It carries countless warm memories between her and her adoptive parents.

Those memories, like a long-forgotten old movie, played slowly in her mind.

There are happy times, sad moments, and those carefree days.

She asked the driver to slow down, and the car slowly drove through this town full of memories.

Her eyes scanned every brick and tile carefully. Those familiar scenes seemed to be just yesterday, within reach...

Finally, the car stopped at the entrance of a cemetery.

The scenery here is beautiful and the environment is quiet. It is a good place to rest.

Gu Youran held a bouquet of carefully selected pink roses in her arms. Those were her adoptive parents' favorite flowers when they were alive, representing love and tenderness.

She walked towards the familiar tombstone step by step, her steps were a little heavy, and each step was in the rhythm of memories.

Not long after, she was standing in front of the tombstone where her adoptive parents were buried.

The photo on the tombstone is still clear, with the adoptive parents leaning against each other, smiling, looking happy and sweet.

Their smiles seem to penetrate the dust of time and are still as warm as ever.

Gu Youran gently placed the pink rose in front of the tombstone. The rose petals were still covered with morning dew, crystal clear.

She gently wiped the tombstone with the towel she brought, as if this could erase the traces of time and bring everything back to the way it was before.

Go back to that carefree time full of laughter.

"Alan, Lisa," she whispered softly, her eyes slightly red and her voice choked with sobs. "It's been three years, and I finally come to see you again."

She sat down in front of the tombstone, gently stroking the cold stone with her hands, as if she could feel the breath of her adoptive parents still lingering on it.

The tears in her eyes reflected her endless longing and yearning for her deceased relatives.

She gently leaned her head against the photo on the tombstone, which captured the happiest moment of her adoptive parents.

At this moment, she seemed to really feel the embrace of her parents.

"A lot has happened recently. Sometimes I feel so tired. I really want to go back to my childhood, snuggle in your arms, and listen to you tell those ancient stories."

Her voice was low and affectionate, and tears slipped down unconsciously, dripping onto the pink roses in front of the tombstone.

After a brief pause, she looked into the distance, as if searching for those familiar figures in her memory.

"In the past three years, I've given up a lot for so-called love, which may disappoint you. But please believe that I have walked out of that dark period."

"I'm determined to start over and live a good life, so you can rest assured!"

She wiped the corners of her eyes, holding back the tears that were about to overflow, took a deep breath, and sang her new song "Leaving".

The singing was ethereal and melodious, like the sound of nature, echoing in this empty cemetery for a long time.

The song seemed to be able to travel through time and space, conveying her thoughts to her adoptive parents far away in heaven.

A breeze blew, and the petals of the pink roses swayed gently in the wind, as if gently responding to her singing.

"You think it sounds good too, right?"

Gu Youran asked while looking at the photo on the tombstone, with a bitter smile on her face.

"You know what? I picked the name Lenna on purpose."

"It is a combination of your two names. It is to commemorate you and to fulfill your unfulfilled wishes."

"I want to make the name Lenna famous all over the world and become synonymous with a rock star."

In response to her, the pink rose petals swayed even more violently.

Gu Youran sat quietly in front of the tombstone, and time seemed to freeze at this moment.

It wasn't until the sun set and the sky was dyed with a brilliant orange-red that she slowly stood up.

She took out a small CD from her pocket, which was her new album.

She carefully placed the CD in the narrow gap in front of the tombstone and whispered, "This is a gift I carefully selected for you. Although you can't hear it with your own ears, I firmly believe that your hearts will always be closely connected with me."

"By the way, let me tell you some good news."

"Director Jason Harvey invited me to write the theme song for his new film."

“I’m one step closer to my dream.”

She stood there silently for a while, then turned and left.

He looked back every three steps, his eyes filled with deep longing.

The afterglow of the setting sun elongated her figure, casting a silver-gray outline, which made her look particularly lonely and desolate.

…

Gu Youran walked into the brightly lit hotel in the city center in the night.

On the streets, the lights are just beginning to shine, making the night both warm and charming.

As she entered the hotel lobby and was about to go to the front desk to check in, a familiar figure inadvertently caught her eye.

Her heart couldn't help but skip a beat.

"Professor Li!" Gu Youran exclaimed, her tone full of surprise.

She didn't expect to meet her mentor here - Professor Li, the doctoral supervisor of the Medical School.

Professor Li turned around when he heard the voice, and when his eyes met Gu Youran, a kind smile immediately broke out on his face.

Time has left traces on Professor Li's face, but he is still vigorous, his hair is combed meticulously, and his eyes behind his gold-rimmed glasses are still sharp and full of wisdom.

Professor Li leaned forward slightly, his eyes filled with concern. "You Ran, why are you here? I remember you returned to China to develop your career, didn't you?"

Gu Youran explained with a smile, "Yes, teacher. I came here to pay my respects to my adoptive parents and relax at the same time."

"Professor Li, how about you? Why are you here?"

He sighed. "I'm here to attend a medical seminar. Youran, I heard you're working as a nurse in a hospital back home. Is that true?"

Gu Youran's expression froze slightly, and he touched his nose awkwardly. "Actually, I'm taking care of a patient at home."

Professor Li suddenly realized, "No wonder, with your skills, being a caregiver is a complete waste. So, are your family members feeling better?"

Gu Youran nodded gently, gratitude in her eyes. "I've fully recovered. Thank you for your concern, teacher."

Professor Li asked eagerly, "You Ran, are you willing to return to John Hospital and continue working? Director Mike of the Cardiac Surgery Department has mentioned you many times and is eager for you to return."