As Charlie gazed at the photo, his mind drifted back to that snowy night in Kyoto, which felt like ages ago.


    It was during that heavy snowfall that he had rescued Nanako, inadvertently saving Fitz and Zara in the process.


    With a sigh, he responded to Nanako, saying, “Thank you, and happy new year to you as well!”


    Charlie chose not toment on her observation about the snow in Kyoto.


    He understood that maintaining emotional distance from Nanako was essential.<h3 style="background-color:DodgerBlue">


    Initially, his goal was to help her heal, believing she shouldn’t be burdened by the harm that Aurora had inflicted on her life.


    Now that she had healed and he had saved her, it seemed only right to consider that chapter closed.


    Getting too emotionally involved could lead to unnecessaryplications.


    Charlie was also aware that he couldn’t offer much exnation to the women who were drawn to him, including Nanako.


    Thus, it was wise to keep a reasonable distance, which would also show respect for her feelings.


    Nanako, being perceptive, could see through Charlie’s brief reply.


    She responded, “Charlie must be enjoying the festive season with his family right now, so I won’t disturb you! Wishing you happy holidays once again!”


    After sending her message, a wave of sadness washed over her.


    She was keenly aware that today marked a traditional Chinese festival, the most significant celebration of the year, which was why she reached out to Charlie.


    Coincidentally, she had apanied her father to the capital for a few days of recuperation, and the heavy snowfall in Kyoto that night reminded her of when Charlie had arrived like a hero.


    Reflecting on that night made her miss Charlie even more.


    She had hoped to share the moment of snowfall with him as part of her New Year greetings.


    However, she didn’t expect that he wouldn’t respond at all.


    Though feeling lost, Nanako understood that Charlie was a married man, and even if she had feelings for him, he needed to maintain a certain distance.


    Resigned, she put her phone away and sat alone on the wooden steps of the courtyard, watching the snowkes dance down.


    Meanwhile, Ito Yuhiko, who had lost his legs, maneuvered his electric wheelchair slowly towards her.


    The sound of the wheelchair wheels barely registered with Nanako.


    Her mind was far away, lost in cherished memories rather than focused on her immediate surroundings.


    Seeing his daughter gazing at the snow, Ito Yuhiko sighed, fully understanding her emotions.


    He could see that she was still deeply attached to Charlie, and this realization tugged at his heart.


    Clearing his throat, he called out, “Nanako.”


    Startled, she snapped back to reality and replied sheepishly, “Father, why are you out here?”


    Ito Yuhiko smiled gently and said, “I noticed you hadn’te inside for a while, so I thought I’d check on you.”


    “Let’s go back inside then; it’s quite chilly out here, and I don’t want you to get cold,” Nanako urged.


    “It’s alright,” Ito Yuhiko replied with a chuckle. “Some things can’t be hurried; you must let them unfold in their own time.”<fnd074> The source of th?s content is Find★Novel</fnd074>


    Feeling flustered, Nanako quickly retorted, “Dad, what are you talking about? I don’t quite understand…”


    With a knowing smile, Ito Yuhiko said, “Charlie Wade is a good man, exceptionally capable. A man like that is worth waiting a few more years for.”


    Nanako felt her cheeks flush with embarrassment.