After taking a few steps, Hesper and Elise supported each other up the stairs. Suddenly, Elise grasped Hesper's hand, her eyes filling with tears. "Hessy," she said.Hesper turned to look at her, tightly gripping her hand and conveying strength to her. Elise spoke again, "This is too dangerous. If you really make a mistake, will your father shoot you with a gun?""Mom, I won't make mistakes," Hesper said seriously, trying to calm Elise's emotions. Elise took a deep breath and then said, "Lately, I've been feeling like I've forgotten something, but I never knew that you were following Charles and doing such dangerous things. I don't care how he earns his money, but you're my only daughter."Feeling Elise's emotions on the verge of collapse, Hesper continued to comfort her and persuade her not to think too much until they reached the room. Hesper helped Elise to wash up and get settled in bed. Elise's eyes were still fixed on her, as if afraid that if she looked away for a moment,
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