Chapter 453 - BACK TO WHERE IT ALL BEGIN: PART II

Elizabeth was gazing outside as she familiarist herself with the scenery. 

"Is something wrong?" Lady Zhao concernly asked, seeing how deep in thought her daughter looked. 

"Hmm, it just- it felt like I'm in a dream." she responded with a solemn smile on her face as she felt like everything around here was not real. It proved that she's been away for a long time seeing so many new buildings have been established whilst she was away. The place looked so different from what she remembers. "Sometimes, I wonder if I'm truly awake, but seeing so many things have changed then I must be." 

Lady Zhao nor Elder Chief Zhao spoke a word. They felt no matter what they'll say it won't change how the girl thinks of her situation right now. She must have been through so much that she felt nothing seems to be real. 

As they continue along, Elizabeth notices a familiar place. 

"Grandpa, can we stop for a bit." She asked.

"Stop the car." Elder Chief Zhao commanded and all the cars following then stopped as well. 

"Lizzy, dear, is something wrong?" Lady Zhao asked. 

"Can we go for a walk for a bit?" Elizabeth did not turn to face her mother when she responded because she was staring at the familiar park right in front of her. 

"Alright." Both Lady Zhao and Elder Chief Zhao agreed after seeing the girl look so earnest to go visit the place out. 

As they walked out of the car, the guards kept their distance but were keeping a close eye on the family. Only their personal guards and assistance walked a few feet away from the family. 

"Aren't we in Yiufeng Forest Park father?" Lady Zhao questioned her father. 

"That's right." Elder Chief Zhao responded as he continued to walk beside his daughter, whilst his granddaughter walked ahead from them gazing seriously at the place. It made him wonder why the child suddenly wanted to visit such a park when their estate is much more beautiful than this. 

After a few minutes of roaming around they finally stop by the lake. The girl stood there quietly as she steadily observed it. 

"I've been here before haven't I?" she suddenly spoke surprising both Lady Zhao and Elder Chief Zhao. 

"Yes you have, but that was a long time ago." Lady Zhao responded.

"Didn't I visit this place when I returned home?" 

Elder Chief Zhao looked confused and looked at his daughter for some answer. Should he agree with her and lie or tell her that truth which will lead to disappointment. 

"Seeing you have not answered me means I haven't." Elizabeth answered her own question bringing so much pain in her heart. 

"Darling, I'm sorry, but you have visited this place before." 

"I know, but, there's a part of my memory that I've been here before." 

"I see..." Elder Chief Zhao's expression slowly turned sour, he felt upset that his granddaughter's memory was all muddled. How he wishes to punish the person who did this to her but how could he when they don't have a clue who that person is. 

"You see, in my memory I was her and rescued a little girl, but now, seeing the place. My mind is recalling a different memory." 

They did not say anything and only listened to the girl. With this they hope they'll be able to find clues of what she has been doing for the past years. 

Elizabeth's mind started recalling a different memory than the one she thought she had. In her memory now, she did visit the place and did not accidentally save a child. Yes, she did save a child but this time, she was with someone. Someone who looked angrily at her for doing something so dangerous. The words were faint but she can clearly understand that the man was furious at her. She may not be able to clearly picture them out, but she was certain that the person she was seeing must be Yun Shen.

"Child, is everything alright." Elder Chief Zhao went closer to check on her. 

Elizabeth turned around with a single tear on her face. Her eyes were watery and seeing her grandfather right in front of her, she couldn't hold those tears back anymore as they slowly rolled down her face. 

"My dear granddaughter, please..." Elder Chief Zhao went over to hug the child. His heart was aching seeing how broken she was. 

"I'm sorry, I'm trying my best to be strong but seeing how I can't distinguish which one is real right now I feel like I'm living in a dream."

"It's fine, even if you think all of this is a dream, it's fine. As long as we are together it does not matter." 

After Elder Chief Zhao comforted the girl, they all returned to the car to return to the estate. Lady Zhao seated next to the girl to continue and comfort her. 

"Darling, if you do not wish to see your uncle and brother please tell us. We can arrange for-"

Elizabeth interrupted her mother and said, "It's fine, I'll be fine. Maybe if I see everyone I'll slowly gain the confidence to understand everything. Right now, I'm slowly gaining my memory back. I feel that if I continue to visit certain places I'll be able to recall them." 

"If you think that's the best then we'll support you. Just please, tell us if you can no longer handle it. Don't do anything reckless again and run away." 

"Mother, I'm sorry and don't worry. I won't, I know what I did back then has pained you all." 

"I'm glad you understand. Know that we will support you in everything you need to do, just tell us." 

As they passed through the huge gate, Elizabeth felt a jolting feeling inside her. She can't explain if the feeling was excitement or fear. She knew she was excited to see her family but what could be the reason for her to be afraid of her own home. Could the answers she is looking for be in the estate? Has she left herself some clue in order to solve the mystery?

Outside waiting in the front entrance. General Zhao, Zhao Xinyi along with the servants all waited for their arrival. 

As the car drove up the driveway, Zhao Xinyi quickly went over to open the door. Without even allowing the girl to come out, he jumps inside and embraces her. 

"Where have you been all this time." 

Elizabeth was surprised and her emotion was not able to contain itself as she burst out in tears hearing her brother's voice. "Brother, I'm sorry, I'm so sorry."