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Feng Houyi shook his head. "I can't give you any of those things, Gao Min." He looked at her, his eyes softening for a moment before he steeled himself.
"It's over. Please, just leave."
The finality in his voice cut through her, leaving her feeling hollow. Gao Min gathered her clothes and dressed quickly.
As she walked towards the door, she paused, looking back at him one last time. "You're making a mistake, Houyi," she said, her voice barely above a whisper.
He didn't respond, his gaze fixed on the floor. With a heavy heart, Gao Min turned and walked out of the mansion, the door closing behind her.
Outside, the cool night air stung her cheeks, mingling with the tears she had fought to hold back.
She took a deep breath, trying to steady herself. This wasn't the end, she told herself. She would find a way to win him back. She had to.
