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It was as if the entire world stood still, that pastry's flavor had long since turned into a sweet nectar of happiness in his heart, beyond all tasting.
"I know you cherish Xixi and would give anything to lay the world's treasures at her feet, but remember, love is predicated on self-respect," Su Yu said deeply and earnestly. "Excessive sacrifice can eventually lead a child to take it all for granted and, in time, she might become an ingrate."
Jiang Ziling strongly agreed upon hearing this and silently vowed to remember these teachings.
Xixi, on the other hand, with her large, watery eyes, looked at Su Yu in confusion.
It was as if she was asking why he said she might become an "ingrate" in the future.
Her little face was filled with defiance, and she quickly hopped off the stool, extending her tiny hand, gesturing for Jiang Ziling to pick her up.
Once in the warm embrace of her father,
she didn't hesitate to feed Jiang Ziling all the pastries she held in her hands.
