Lin Yue looked at Chen Yu, deeply moved. She knew Chen Yu's love for her was genuine, but the harsh realities prevented her from easily letting go. "Chen Yu, I love you too. But my parents... they are the most important people in my world. And we live in different eras; our lifestyles and values ​​are very different. Can we really be together?" Lin Yue's eyes were filled with conflict; her heart was painfully struggling between love and responsibility. She gripped Chen Yu's hand tightly, as if afraid that letting go would mean losing him.

Just then, Aunt Liu from the village passed by. She wore a simple dark floral blouse and black trousers, the legs stained with mud—the marks of her hard work. Her hair was tied up at the back of her head with a black hairpin, and a kind smile graced her face. Seeing Lin Yue and Chen Yu under the old locust tree, she walked over. "Oh, isn't this Lin Yue and Chen Yu? You two are here. Today's performance was truly wonderful; everyone was overjoyed. Why are you two looking so downcast? Did you have a fight?" Aunt Liu's voice was loud and warm, carrying a strong rural flavor. She walked to their side, her gaze sweeping over their faces, her eyes filled with concern.

Lin Yue quickly wiped away her tears and forced a smile. "Aunt Liu, we didn't argue. We're just a little tired, so we're sitting here for a while." She didn't want Aunt Liu to worry, so she tried hard to hide her emotions. Her eyes darted around, avoiding Aunt Liu's gaze.

Aunt Liu looked at Lin Yue's red eyes and knew she wasn't telling the truth, but she didn't press the matter. "Go home and rest if you're tired. Don't stay here in the wind for too long. It's chilly at night, don't catch a cold," Aunt Liu said with a smile. She gently patted Lin Yue's shoulder, the warmth of her hand offering her a sense of comfort. Then, Aunt Liu turned to leave, but after a few steps, she turned back, looked at the two of them, a hint of doubt flashing in her eyes, but still slowly walked away.

Watching Aunt Liu's departing figure, Lin Yue felt a pang of bitterness in her heart. She knew the people in this small village were kind, and they had become an important part of her life. But she couldn't forget her parents in the modern world and her original life. Her love with Chen Yu was caught between two worlds, facing unprecedented challenges. On this quiet night, her heart was filled with pain and confusion, unsure of what to choose.

Chen Yu silently stayed by Lin Yue's side, neither of them speaking. The night grew deeper, everything around them so quiet, only the sound of their heartbeats echoing in the silence, each beat seeming to tell of their inner struggle and their unwavering devotion to love. Chen Yu's mind kept replaying Lin Yue's words; he knew they couldn't escape this problem, they had to face reality. He looked at Lin Yue, a resolute glint in his eyes, as if he had made a firm decision.

Lin Yue, lost in thought, recalled the moments she shared with her parents, those warm scenes playing out in her mind like a movie. Their smiles, their caring eyes, their gentle words—every detail cut her heart like a knife. At the same time, she thought of the days she spent with Chen Yu—the time they spent working together, helping the village, rehearsing performances together. Chen Yu's companionship, support, and love made her feel incredibly happy. She didn't know how to choose between the two; she felt as if her heart was being torn in two.

After a long silence, Lin Yue broke it. "Chen Yu, I really don't know what to do. I don't want to hurt my parents, and I don't want to lose you." Her voice was soft, as if it came from a distant place. She looked up at Chen Yu, her eyes filled with helplessness.

Chen Yu took a deep breath and gently pulled Lin Yue into his arms, holding her tightly. "Yue'er, let's think of another way. Perhaps we can try to find a way back to your time, so you can reunite with your parents." Chen Yu's voice rang in Lin Yue's ears, his embrace warm and strong, giving her a sense of security. But he also knew in his heart that this idea was too far-fetched, almost impossible to achieve.

Lin Yue trembled slightly in Chen Yu's arms. She knew Chen Yu was trying to comfort her, but the problem was just too complicated. "Even if we can find a way back, what will we do? We'll be separated, and I don't want to be separated from you." Lin Yue's tears soaked Chen Yu's clothes again, her voice trembling with sobs and filled with despair.

Chen Yu's body stiffened slightly; he hadn't considered this possibility. He knew that if Lin Yue returned to her time, they might never see each other again. A sharp pain shot through his heart, as if a hand were tightly gripping it. He remained silent for a moment, then whispered, "Yue'er, no matter what, let's not give up. We must find a way that benefits both of us." His voice trembled slightly; he didn't know what that way was, but he didn't want Lin Yue to lose hope.

On this long night, Lin Yue and Chen Yu struggled between love and family, and between different eras. Their love faced a tremendous test, and their future was fraught with uncertainty. They didn't know what tomorrow would bring; they only knew that they couldn't lose each other at this moment, yet they didn't know how to face the numerous difficulties. The moonlight continued to shine upon them, as if witnessing their arduous and profound love.

Meanwhile, in the modern world, Lin Yue's parents were still anxiously searching for clues about her. They contacted all their relatives and friends, inquiring about places Lin Yue might have gone, but to no avail. Their hearts were filled with fear and despair; every second of waiting was agonizing. The mother had cried until she had no strength left; she leaned on the father's shoulder, her eyes blankly staring ahead. The father, suppressing his own pain, comforted the mother, but his own heart was also on the verge of collapse. Their world had been shattered by Lin Yue's disappearance; they didn't know where their daughter was, or if she was still safe. This unknown fear clung to them like a demon, impossible to escape.

In the small village of the 1970s, Lin Yue and Chen Yu still embraced under the old locust tree. Their love, like stars in the night sky, shone faintly in the darkness, stubbornly burning despite the danger of being swallowed by the darkness. They didn't know where the future lay, but their hearts were filled with a deep longing and reluctance to part, the only motivation that kept them going through this difficult time. Their story, recorded by the moonlight on this night, became the most unforgettable page in their love journey.