"Stars, don't be afraid."

Ye Fanxing trembled in Huo Dongfang's arms.

Upon hearing Huo Dongfang's voice, she exclaimed with great joy, "Uncle Huo!"

The bright moonlight shone through the window onto Ye Fanxing's face, making her small face appear even paler than snow.

Her jet-black hair, damp with cold sweat, clung to her face, making her look even more pitiful and heartbreaking.

"I'm scared."

With tears welling up in her eyes, Ye Fanxing looked at Huo Dongfang's handsome face and sobbed, "Uncle Huo, I thought I was very strong."

"I am my father's daughter, I cannot be weak!"

"But I'm still scared."

"Uncle Huo, I almost... I almost..."

Huo Dongfang gently coaxed Ye Fanxing as if she were a child.

"Stars, don't be afraid."

"You're safe."

"You're alright now."

Huo Dongfang's reassurance seemed to have a magical power, slightly easing the fear in Ye Fanxing's heart.

Ye Fanxing reached out and tightly gripped Huo Dongfang's collar, finding a safe place in Huo Dongfang's arms like a baby.

"Uncle Huo..."

"It's so good to have you."

Huo Dongfang felt completely trusted by the little girl in his arms, and a warm current seemed to flow through his heart.

Huo Dongfang reached out and gently patted Ye Fanxing's back.

"Stars, sleep well."

Ye Fanxing was dozing off in Huo Dongfang's arms.

Seeing that Ye Fanxing hadn't moved for a long time, Huo Dongfang wanted to settle her down. As soon as he moved slightly, Ye Fanxing, who felt extremely insecure, reached out and tightly grabbed Huo Dongfang's collar.

"Uncle Huo, don't go, I'm scared!"