In the following days, Anabella and Thiên Phong met frequently. They strolled around the city, discussing trivial matters, and gradually, their feelings for each other grew. However, Anabella always maintained a certain distance, fearing that closeness might harm Thiên Phong.
One evening, as they were walking in the park, Thiên Phong suddenly stopped. "Anabella, is there something you're hiding? I can sense the worry in your eyes."
Anabella took a deep breath, feeling as though she was about to open up.
"There's something I can't share with anyone. It's the reason I have to live here, not because I want to, but because I'm being punished."
Thiên Phong looked at her with a puzzled expression.
"Punishment? What are you talking about?"
Anabella hesitated, then said,
"I used to be an angel. I made a mistake and now must live as a mortal until I complete a secret mission. But… if I fall in love with a mortal, that person will face terrible calamities."
Thiên Phong stared at her, clearly shocked by her confession.
"So… you're afraid that our love will bring disaster upon me?"
Anabella's heart felt as if it were being squeezed. She didn't want to face this reality, but the truth was unavoidable.
"Yes. I don't want to harm you, but the curse is very powerful and not easily broken."
Thiên Phong was silent for a moment, then spoke with determination.
"No matter what, I can't leave you. I need to know more about your secret mission and do something to help."
Anabella turned away, tears streaming down her face.
"You don't understand. Love can make everything worse, and I don't want to see you suffer."