The moment Gu Jin stepped inside the Gu Mansion, the whole hall exploded with laughter, chatter, and joy.
Mrs. Gu was the first to rush forward. Her arms wrapped around Gu Jin so tightly that Gu Jin almost lost her balance.
"My daughter! My sweet daughter!" Mrs. Gu cried, her voice trembling. "I thought I would only see you after two or three years… but now you're here!"
Gu Jin chuckled softly and hugged her mother back.
"Mom, we do video calls almost every day. Why are you acting like we haven't met in centuries? And wherever I go, I will always return home. "
Even though she teased her, her lips curved into a warm smile, and her hands gently patted Mrs. Gu's back.
Everyone froze.
That smile… that gentle tone…
It wasn't the usual cold, distant Gu Jin. It was soft. It was warm.
Gu Jihu and Gu Jishi exchanged glances, their eyes wide. Gu Jichun, who was closest, felt her throat tighten.
