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Knocking on Death's Door
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2021-10-11 22:01:17Princess Ruyi was sitting beside Prince Jian holding his hand and looking at him with her barren eyes. Prince Jian’s condition was getting worse day by day. Every time he tried to walk, run or roam around, his body betrayed him.
A sound of gentle tapping of raindrops compelled him to open his eyes.
Darkened grey clouds threateningly surrounded the sky; like a predator would encircle its prey. The rain quenched the soil from sandy hues to rich, strong browns, the kind that brings an inner smile. The summer flowers and leaves drooped under the weight of the droplets, spreading the cool and freshness in the breeze.
Prince Jian gazed at Ruyi and asked, “You love rain?”
“I really love rain. I love rain a lot. Whenever a drop of crystal-clear water appe
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