Kairi said, “Your father mentioned that you can choose any name you like, and he’ll handle the necessary household registration details for you.”


    Xion’s face lit up with excitement, but just as she was about to respond, Kairi continued, “However, Xion, your father rified that while you can keep the surname Elms or pick any name other than Xion Banks, you cannot use the Banks family name.”<fnb38d> The rightful source is find(?)ovel</fnb38d>


    Xion’s initial joy quickly faded, and she looked at Kairi, asking, “Mom, does this mean Dad still wants to keep my identity a secret?”


    Kairi’s expression turned somber as she replied, “Xion, you are your father’s illegitimate daughter, which is known to very few people. Aside from your father, only your grandfather is aware. Your father is very close to his partner, and if she found out about you, it could jeopardize their rtionship…”


    Xion felt a lump in her throat and protested, “Mom, do I really have to live the rest of my life pretending Zayne isn’t my father? Am I destined to be seen as a girl who grew up without a dad?”<h3 style="background-color:DodgerBlue">


    Kairi’s eyes glistened with tears as she said, “Xion, the affair that led to your birth was initiated by me; your father didn’t even know about your existence for many years. You can’t hold it against him for not wanting to reveal your identity!”


    “Moreover, your father made significant sacrifices to ensure your safety this time. Even if he can’t publicly acknowledge you as his daughter, he loves you deeply. You must understand that you can’t me him for this,” she added earnestly.


    Xion sighed, her heart heavy, but nodded in understanding. “Mom, I get it. Don’t worry; I won’t bring it up again, and I won’t harbor any resentment toward Dad!”


    Kairi squeezed Xion’s hand tightly and said with determination, “In a few days, you’ll be taken to Tokyo, and someone will contact you there to facilitate your escape to the docks. I’ll be waiting for you in China!”


    Xion quickly inquired, “Mom, won’t you be waiting for me in Tokyo?”


    Xion nodded, epting the n. “Okay, Mom, I understand! You just focus on waiting for my return in China!”


    At that moment, someone opened the door and announced, “It’s time!”


    Kairi looked at Xion with a heavy heart and said, “Xion, please take care of yourself over the next few days. I have to leave now!”


    Xion nodded, tears streaming down her cheeks. “Mom, please stay safe, and make sure to thank Dad for me…”


    Kairi gently patted her arm and whispered, “There are no guarantees in this situation, but you must promise me one thing:e back alive!”<h3 ss="has-text-align-center" id="chapter-list"><strong></strong></pkairi>