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00:04I sold my mom to the old farmer next door.
00:07My dad said that before he left for the army.
00:10The old farmer had a bad leg, but he was a savage man.
00:13People said he even killed his first wife.
00:16He was strong enough to knock out a bull with one punch.
00:20For my mom, marrying him was a death sentence.
00:23Three years later, the news came that my dad was dead.
00:25Right away, my grandma sold my mom to the monster for $2,000.
00:31The day we heard the news of dad's death, it was December, right after a blizzard.
00:36My mom was feeding the cattle barefoot.
00:39Grandmother never allowed her to wear shoes.
00:41She said a bitch like her didn't deserve them.
00:44I often went to the woods to gather branches for warmth,
00:47but my uncle would always snatch them away for his fireplace.
00:51No matter how we begged, it was useless.
00:53Grandmother would beat us and curse us for days.
00:57I felt sorry for mom and tried to help her feed the cows.
01:00Baby, go play over there.
01:02The sun is out. It's warmer there.
01:04My shoes were torn and falling apart.
01:07The sun was our only source of heat.
01:09After feeding the cows, we went back to the cabin.
01:12Grandmother was already waiting, fuming with rage.
01:15What took you so long?
01:17Were you out looking for other men again?
01:19She rolled her eyes and crossed her arms.
01:21The army sent word. Jason is dead.
01:24Ever since he married you, my son was cursed by your bad luck.
01:28She didn't look sad about her son's death at all.
01:31There had to be a secret behind this.
01:33Now that he's gone, get out of this house.
01:36Don't stay here and ruin the Hudson family name.
01:39She looked at us with disgust and kept grumbling.
01:42Luckily, my son sold you to Rick before he left.
01:45Otherwise, we would have lost so much money feeding you two.
01:49My mom didn't fight back.
01:51She just picked up her coat and held my hand tight.
01:54Mom, at least let me take the child with me.
01:57Grandmother looked me up and down.
01:58She had a wicked look in her eyes.
02:01That depends on if that old farmer pays more.
02:06A girl her age could fetch $2,000 at the town.
02:12She's worth much more than you.
02:14My mom gripped my hand even harder.
02:17We both knew the truth.
02:19As soon as she marries Rick, grandmother will sell me away.
02:22It was the day we were driven to Rick's ranch.
02:25The legendary monster was there, chopping wood.
02:28Each swing of his axe was terrifying.
02:31One of his legs was broken and propped on a wooden stool.
02:34He looked strange and menacing.
02:36A huge scar ran from his left eye down to his mouth.
02:39It looked like his face was split in two.
02:42I hid behind my mom, trembling.
02:44Rick looked at us coldly.
02:46You're forcing this woman on me for $500?
02:49Now you want $2,000 more?
02:51He clearly didn't want my mom.
02:53And he definitely didn't want a burden like me.
02:56My son Jason saved your life in that blizzard.
02:58Now that he's gone, you should be grateful to take her.
03:01This girl will be your daughter.
03:03It's a blessing.
03:03$2,000 is a bargain for you.
03:06$2,000 was a lot of money.
03:08It could buy so many seeds.
03:10I knew I wasn't worth that much.
03:12Rick glanced at grandmother but said nothing.
03:15People said he was a man of few words.
03:17But one look from him could scare anyone to death.
03:20Grandmother shoved my mom forward.
03:22My mom's thin body almost hit the ground.
03:25She pulled me along and knelt down instantly.
03:27Rick, my child eats very little.
03:29She can feed the cows and collect firewood.
03:32Please, give us a way to live.
03:35His eyes were sharp, judging me.
03:37Call him dad.
03:39I looked at Rick and that terrifying scar.
03:43Dad.
03:44Rick froze.
03:45His scar looked even more twisted.
03:47Grandmother kicked me hard in the back.
03:49Your father just died and you're already calling him dad.
03:53Just like your mother, a traitor to the family.
03:56She kept kicking me over and over.
03:58I lay on the ground, motionless.
04:01I didn't fight back or scream.
04:02I knew if she had her fun, she would eventually stop.
04:06Mom crawled over to save me.
04:08But grandmother slapped her across the face.
04:10This was life in the Hudson house.
04:12Mom couldn't save me.
04:14And she couldn't save herself.
04:16Suddenly, Rick threw a roll of cash at grandmother's feet.
04:20And enough!
04:22This girl belongs to my family now.
04:24Grandmother took the money and tried to leave.
04:26But Rick stopped her.
04:27He demanded she sign the guardianship transfer agreement.
04:31Grandmother refused.
04:32Rick snatched the money back instantly.
04:34No signature, no money.
04:36In the end, she gave in for the cash.
04:38Mom and I officially became part of Rick's family.
04:41Mom folded our two ragged coats by the cow shed.
04:44She started working right away.
04:46She wanted to be useful.
04:48She thought hard work would keep us from being beaten.
04:51Rick's cabin was simple.
04:53Three rooms and a living area.
04:55Only one bedroom had a bed.
04:56The other rooms were empty.
04:58Mom took me to the cow shed.
05:00It was kept very clean.
05:02Mom found some wooden boards to make me a bed.
05:04I will sleep here tonight.
05:06Don't be afraid, baby.
05:08I spread hay over the boards.
05:11I'm not scared, Mom.
05:13It was the same back at the Hudson Ranch.
05:15When Dad was home, he said I was in the way.
05:17He always kicked me out to the cow shed.
05:20The Hudson's shed was much filthier.
05:22There were rats and snakes everywhere.
05:24Freezing in winter and boiling in summer.
05:27I survived all those years.
05:29Mom hugged me tightly.
05:33It's my fault I couldn't keep your father's heart.
05:36Dad was always hurtful to Mom.
05:38I knew there was a secret behind all this.
05:41Mom, why did Dad want you to marry Rick?
05:43Before, Dad never let her leave the ranch.
05:46He never let her look at anyone in the eye.
05:48Grandmother always cursed her for flirting with outsiders.
05:51Why the sudden rush to marry her off?
05:54Mom's bitter laugh was muffled in her chest.
05:57Her voice was barely a whisper.
05:59Because only Rick had this much money and...
06:02She didn't finish the sentence, but I knew.
06:06Dad sent Mom here to die.
06:08Dad decided to sell Mom for money before he even left.
06:11He wasn't coming back, and he didn't want Mom to survive.
06:14He wanted to cut off her every means of escape.
06:16Even as a child, I could see their plot.
06:18It was so obvious that all the neighbors were talking about it.
06:22A moment later, Rick came back.
06:24He ignored us.
06:25He carried a pile of wooden boards into the house.
06:27The sound of his heavy hammering echoed, hitting our hearts.
06:31Mom stood outside, hesitant.
06:33She wanted to ask where the flour and beef were so she could cook, but she didn't dare.
06:37After a while, Rick came out.
06:39He saw us standing there like statues and frowned.
06:41Is something wrong?
06:42His voice was gruff.
06:44I wanted to shrink back, but it was just me and Mom.
06:47If I backed down, she would be all alone.
06:50I stood my ground and held her hand tight.
06:53Rick noticed my move and his brow twitched.
06:55Mom asked hesitantly,
06:57I wanted to ask about dinner.
07:00Please give me the ingredients so I can cook.
07:05Rick frowned again, looking at us with confusion.
07:08He pointed toward the kitchen.
07:10In there.
07:11And the key?
07:14Rick's frown deepened.
07:16He walked over and kicked the door open.
07:18Then he looked back at us.
07:19I felt like he was asking if we were stupid.
07:21There was no lock, so why would there be a key?
07:23But things were different at the Hudson Ranch.
07:25The Hudson kitchen was always locked.
07:27Even the flour, beef, and butter were kept in locked cabinets.
07:31Mom cooked every meal, but Grandmother decided every gram of food.
07:35She would put the exact amount on the counter and watch Mom cook.
07:38If a single grain of flour was dropped, she would scream for hours.
07:42She called Mom a money waster and called us starving ghosts.
07:45All you do is eat!
07:48You're useless!
07:49She was afraid we would steal food.
07:51Mom led me into the kitchen.
07:53Seeing the flour, beef, and butter sitting there made her hesitate.
07:56She looked at Rick, but he had already gone back outside.
07:59Mom didn't dare touch the food.
08:01She was afraid that if she messed up, Rick would beat her.
08:03Just like Grandmother did.
08:04She was afraid of being accused of stealing.
08:06Mom made dinner with trembling hands.
08:08She put the food on the table, but we stood in the yard, not daring to move.
08:14Rick came back carrying two large wooden crates.
08:17He put them into the empty, unused room.
08:20He saw the food, and then saw us standing outside.
08:23His frown deepened.
08:25He sat down at the table and called us inside in a gravelly voice.
08:29While he ate, he grunted,
08:30Not enough. Make more tomorrow.
08:32He ate quickly, finishing half and leaving the rest for us.
08:35Then he stood there, chopping wood while watching us eat.
08:39We didn't dare to eat much, but I soon noticed something strange.
08:43When I took big bites, he focused on his work.
08:46The moment I put down my fork, he would stare at me and frown.
08:50Did he want us to eat more?
08:51We finished the meal in fear, waiting for the beatings to start.
08:55But Rick didn't yell or hit us.
08:57He just put away his axe and spoke.
09:02Wash up and go to sleep. It's been a long day.
09:05After Rick finished, Mom took me to wash up.
09:08We hadn't used hot water in three years.
09:10She kept muttering as she washed, her face full of nerves.
09:14I must get clean, then he won't hate me.
09:17The hot water hit my back, and I felt warm instantly.
09:21I never knew a bath could feel this good.
09:23At the Hudson Ranch, this was a heaven I couldn't even imagine.
09:26After the bath, I headed to the cowshed to sleep.
09:29Mom made me cry and a curse.
09:30He blamed me for his gambling losses.
09:33One time, he almost killed me.
09:35Mom had to grab an axe to fight him off just to save me.
09:37Now, looking at Rick, he was much stronger than Dad.
09:40He could probably kill me with one kick.
09:42But he wasn't drunk, and he wasn't angry.
09:45He picked me up like a little chick and carried me into the empty room.
09:48Mom was already waiting there.
09:50The room wasn't empty anymore.
09:51There was a wide wooden bed inside.
09:54It was piled with old but clean quilts and two sets of warm clothes.
09:58Rick set me down and turned to leave.
10:00He went back to his own room and closed the door.
10:02Soon, I heard him snoring.
10:05I never thought I'd get to sleep inside a house again.
10:07That night, we slept restlessly, but it was so warm.
10:11I curled up in my quilt and whispered,
10:13Mom, it's so warm.
10:15I had never felt this warm in winter before.
10:18My stomach was full, and my heart felt safe.
10:21For the first time, I felt like I was actually alive.
10:24Mom stroked my hair.
10:25Baby, you called him Dad today.
10:29Call him that tomorrow and every day after.
10:32I nodded.
10:33Okay.
10:34Rick was already much better to me than my real father.
10:37After that, Mom slowly started making more food.
10:40She was careful, adding just a little more each time.
10:43It took days for her to figure out Rick's temper and appetite.
10:46He ate a lot, as much as Mom and me combined.
10:49But he never told us we couldn't eat.
10:51In fact, if we ate too little, he would frown.
10:53He went hunting in the mountains around the ranch.
10:56He sold the big one in town.
10:57But sometimes, he brought back rabbits or pheasants for Mom to stew.
11:01He only ate half and left the rest for us.
11:03In my whole life, I had only tasted meat three times.
11:06This was the fourth.
11:07The meat tasted so good.
11:09No wonder Grandmother and my uncle loved it so much.
11:11Mom saw how happy I was and gave me extra.
11:14I ate so much that I didn't notice the pain until midnight.
11:17I was rolling on the bed in agony.
11:19Mom rubbed my stomach, but nothing worked.
11:22She gave me hot water, but I threw it up instantly.
11:24I felt like I was dying.
11:26Rick burst into the room.
11:28He wrapped me in a quilt and hoisted me onto his shoulder.
11:31He started running.
11:32Mom stumbled along behind him, too scared to say a word.
11:35He ran all the way to the town doctor's house.
11:38He put the door open.
11:39The doctor's family was terrified.
11:41They started to complain, but one look at Rick's face silenced them.
11:45The doctor checked me with a stethoscope.
11:47He asked what I had eaten.
11:49It's indigestion.
11:50She ate too much.
11:51She's been malnourished for years.
11:54Her body can't handle this much meat all at once.
11:57I'll give her something to throw it up.
11:58He poured something into my mouth.
12:00I vomited everything out.
12:02The room smelled awful.
12:04The doctor's wife grumbled in the corner.
12:06Clearly, she's never had anything good in her life.
12:08She doesn't have the luck to enjoy good food.
12:11Rick looked up and gave her a death stare.
12:13She scurried back into her room, terrified.
12:16I felt so ashamed.
12:17I got sick just from eating meat.
12:19Maybe grandmother was right.
12:21Maybe I was just a starving ghost who didn't deserve anything.
12:25Rick carried me back home.
12:26On the way, he asked in a low voice.
12:28Have you never had meat before?
12:31I thought he was judging me.
12:32This was only my fourth time.
12:35Before, I only ever had a bite.
12:37At the Hudson's, they wouldn't even give us the leftover broth.
12:40I truly had never had anything good.
12:42He gave a low grunt.
12:44You'll get used to it if you eat it more often.
12:47I was sick and could only eat rice porridge for a few days.
12:51Rick bought some supplements from town.
12:53Those were expensive things I had never seen before.
12:56I ate rice porridge with nutrient powder every meal.
12:59It was even better than what my mom ate when I was born.
13:03Rick watched me eat every day.
13:05Once my face looked healthy again, he stopped worrying.
13:08He went to fix the doctor's fence.
13:10Then he dragged the doctor back to check my heartbeat.
13:13Only after the doctor said I was fine did he let him go.
13:16He said he was going deep into the mountains to hunt.
13:18He wanted to catch something big.
13:20He would be gone for days and asked mom to pack some food.
13:23Mom mixed butter and brown sugar into the dough.
13:26The flatbread smelled delicious as she baked it.
13:28She also gave him thick insoles and a winter hat she had made.
13:33Rick took the food and looked at the gifts.
13:36He looked at her and his eyes softened.
13:38Christmas is coming soon.
13:40I'll buy you gifts once I sell the big game.
13:43Think about what you want.
13:44Mom and I stood at the ranch gate to see him off.
13:47Watching his limping figure, I couldn't help but shout.
13:50Dad, come back soon!
13:52Rick's body stiffened for a second.
13:54He didn't look back, but he waved his hand.
13:56Go inside, it's cold out here.
13:59We waited for five days, but he didn't come back.
14:04That night, the weather turned even colder.
14:07On the fifth day, snow began to fall from the sky.
14:10Mom looked at the darkening sky, then at me.
14:13She pointed to the food in the kitchen.
14:16She told me to take care of myself and fix something to eat if I got hungry.
14:22I'm going to find him.
14:24I'll be back soon.
14:25She put on thick clothes, strapped a dagger to herself, and took a flashlight.
14:31I was too worried to stay, so I hid a small curved knife on myself.
14:36I followed closely behind her.
14:38Where you go, I go, Mom.
14:40We're going to bring Dad home.
14:41In my heart, Rick was my father.
14:44He was a thousand times better than my real father.
14:47Mom sighed.
14:48If something really happened to him, you wouldn't survive alone.
14:51Let's go.
14:52Together.
14:53We held hands and walked deep into the mountains.
14:56Before, we only gathered firewood at the edge of the woods.
15:00People said there were wolves, wild boars, and man-eating black bears deep inside.
15:06But, as long as I was with Mom, and thinking that Dad was waiting for us, I wasn't scared at
15:12all.
15:13Heavy snow fell from the sky.
15:15It was only afternoon, but it was already completely dark.
15:20The path through the woods was extremely hard to walk.
15:23I stepped deep and shallow, sometimes falling into deep holes made of fallen leaves.
15:29Mom pulled me out and used a stick to check the path ahead.
15:32Before long, heavy footsteps came from ahead.
15:37Mom pulled out her dagger, and I gripped my curved knife tightly.
15:41We stared ahead, terrified and alert.
15:44In that moment, I thought, even if I die, I want to die with Mom.
15:49The footsteps grew closer.
15:52A tall, limping figure appeared.
15:54He was dragging a huge black bear, walking with difficulty with every step.
16:00We both froze.
16:01Dad!
16:02I let go of Mom's hand and rushed over suddenly.
16:05I hugged his leg tightly and looked up at him.
16:08The black bear fell heavily to the ground.
16:10What, what are you doing here?
16:12He looked at us, completely shocked.
16:15He reached out to pick me up.
16:17But he was clearly exhausted, trying several times but failing.
16:21I held tightly to his thigh.
16:23Dad, we came to take you home.
16:25Mom rushed over as well.
16:28Rick, you've been gone for five days, and it started snowing.
16:33She didn't dare say she was worried.
16:36Back then, when my biological father didn't come home for days, Mom went to look for him, too.
16:42I was afraid something happened to you.
16:44But my father just slapped her across the face.
16:47Something happened?
16:48What could happen to a man like me?
16:50It's because you cursed me all day that I'm so unlucky!
16:53After that, Mom never dared to show her worry again.
16:56He wasn't a good husband, a good father, or even a good person.
17:02But Rick just looked at Mom and quirked his lips.
17:05He tried to smile, but maybe he hadn't smiled in years and forgot how.
17:09He gave us an explanation.
17:11This game was too big.
17:12That's why I'm late.
17:15He hoisted the black bear back up and told us to go home.
17:19Go back and start the fire.
17:21I'll be home soon.
17:23That bear was massive.
17:25He must have dragged it for so long that he was completely exhausted.
17:30Yet, he didn't demand our help.
17:32He wanted to carry the burden himself.
17:35Mom saw how tired he was and hesitated.
17:38She didn't want to disobey, but she desperately wanted to help.
17:43I ran forward and grabbed the bear's leg.
17:46Dad, we're going back with you.
17:48I didn't have much strength, and the bear's fur felt terrifying.
17:53It was so huge that it looked fierce even in death.
17:57Mom found her courage and ran over too.
18:00Took all our strength to drag the black bear home.
18:03The snow on the ground was thick now.
18:05The ranch was pitch black, and the trail was empty.
18:08We finally made it back.
18:11The giant bear lay in the snow, looking even more fierce.
18:15But I wasn't afraid.
18:16I circled it a few times and ran back to Rick.
18:20I leaned against his leg and looked up.
18:22Dad, you're amazing.
18:24You actually killed a black bear.
18:27Rick was too tired to move, but he reached out.
18:30He gently patted my head.
18:33Yeah.
18:34His hand was large, rough, and heavy.
18:37But when he touched me, it was light and warm.
18:41Jason's hands were big, too, but they weren't rough.
18:44He rarely did any real work.
18:46Jason wasn't even that strong.
18:48When he got into trouble in town, he would just curl up and take the hits.
18:54But when he hit me and mom, he was very strong.
18:57His blows made my head ring every time.
19:00In this place, many men slapped their wives and children.
19:04I used to think all fathers and husbands were like that.
19:07I didn't know someone could be different.
19:10The next morning before dawn, Rick borrowed a tractor.
19:14He woke us up to go to town and sell the bear.
19:17He knew exactly where to go.
19:20He stopped at a grand luxury house.
19:22A butler came out and greeted him warmly.
19:26They hugged and talked like old friends.
19:28I realized then that dad could be so full of life.
19:32He could actually talk this much.
19:35Mom and I stayed back, staring at the fancy gates.
19:39We didn't dare step forward.
19:41Dad pointed at us.
19:43The butler looked us over and pulled out a small coin purse.
19:47Here, child.
19:48Take this.
19:50I was too scared to take it, but he pressed it into my hand.
19:54Dad nodded, so I finally accepted it.
19:59There was a silver coin inside.
20:01I immediately put the coin in Dad's hand.
20:05Dad, this is for you.
20:08The butler froze for a second, then burst out laughing.
20:12Rick, you have a sweet daughter.
20:14You're a lucky man.
20:15He handed me a big apple.
20:18The coin is for your dad, but this is for you.
20:23Keep it for yourself.
20:25Merry Christmas to your family.
20:27The butler bought the bear and invited Dad for a drink.
20:30Won't you come in for a drink?
20:32Rick waved him off and refused.
20:34No, thank you.
20:35We need to buy things for Christmas.
20:38The black bear sold for a lot of money.
20:41Dad took us to the streets.
20:43First, he bought a lot of candy.
20:45He put them into three red socks.
20:48I took one out and put it in my mouth, carefully.
20:52I peeled another one for Mom.
20:54Mom didn't dare to eat and looked at Dad.
20:58She wanted to save it for me, but Dad stopped her.
21:02Too much sugar makes kids sick.
21:05We don't want to see the doctor again.
21:07Mom remembered my stomach ache and didn't give me more.
21:10So, Mom finally opened her mouth and ate the candy.
21:16Dad then took us to buy meat, flour, and butter.
21:20He even bought spices for cooking.
21:23Finally, we went to a clothing store for new coats.
21:27Mom waved her hands and said no.
21:30Our old coats are still good.
21:33I said no, too.
21:35The old quilts and coats Dad gave us were already warm and clean.
21:39That was good enough for me.
21:41I had never worn such nice clothes in my life.
21:45But Dad insisted on buying new ones.
21:50I bought old ones because I was broke.
21:52Now we have money.
21:54In the end, we bought fabric and cotton instead of finished coats.
21:59I can sew quickly.
22:00They'll be ready before Christmas.
22:02She still didn't want to spend too much.
22:05She picked out a plaid fabric for Dad and held it up to him.
22:10Rick, this pattern looks good on you.
22:12It was the first time they were so close.
22:15I think I saw Dad's face turn red.
22:20Dad lifted me up and set me on his shoulders.
22:23I could see so far away.
22:26I laughed out loud.
22:27It was my first time being up this high.
22:31Mom was worried and kept checking Dad's leg.
22:34She was afraid he would get too tired.
22:36After a while, Dad bought me some toys.
22:39He also bought hair clips and brooches for me and Mom.
22:43Brother, your wife and daughter are beautiful.
22:46These brooches from the city suit them perfectly.
22:48Both Dad and Mom blushed at the same time.
22:52On the way back, we sat on the track.
22:54This was the happiest day of my life.
22:56As we passed the Hudson Ranch, I saw Grandmother.
23:00She was feeding the cows in the yard.
23:02My uncle was lounging under the eaves in the sun.
23:05He still had no job and no wife.
23:07He just ate, drank, and wasted his life.
23:10After selling us to Rick, he had that money.
23:13Now he worked even less.
23:15He said he was preparing for a blind date.
23:17Grandmother always called us lazy, but I never dared to say that my uncle was the laziest one.
23:23I gripped my red socks and stared at them.
23:26Grandmother and my uncle noticed us.
23:28Their eyes widened in disbelief.
23:30Then, their faces turned into a hateful scowl.
23:33You two shrewd!
23:35Grandmother was cursing at us.
23:37Dad stopped the tractor.
23:39He threw a stone and hit my uncle right on the head.
23:42My uncle jumped up in pain.
23:44Who did that?
23:46Dad threw another stone into Grandmother's water basin.
23:50They are my wife and daughter now.
23:53If you insult them again, you're dealing with me.
23:56He looked terrifying.
23:58Even with a limp, he stood like a mountain.
24:01Grandmother and my uncle were bullies who feared the strong.
24:05They were furious, but didn't dare say a word.
24:09Mom gripped my hand.
24:10Her eyes turned red.
24:12As we drove away, I looked back.
24:15I could still see their hateful glares.
24:18I suddenly felt brave.
24:20I waved my red socks and made a face at them.
24:24I had a real dad now.
24:26They could never bully us again.
24:28Back home, Mom started decorating the tree and making apple pie.
24:33Dad spent his time fixing everything in the house.
24:36He gathered wood and never stayed idle.
24:39He brought back more pheasants and rabbits.
24:42Eat more meat, then your stomach won't hurt anymore.
24:45I wanted to follow him into the mountains, but he refused.
24:49Kids stay home and play.
24:51I tried to help Mom, but she sent me away too.
24:55Your dad wants you to play.
24:57Go on, you haven't had a chance to be a kid yet.
25:00At the Hudson Ranch, I never had time to play.
25:03Now that I could, I didn't know how.
25:06I walked along the path with some candy.
25:09I saved them carefully, not wanting to eat them.
25:12But then, I ran into some mean kids from a nearby farm.
25:16They swarmed me and grabbed my candy.
25:18You're a brat born from that limp farmer.
25:21Your grandmother said so.
25:22It must be true.
25:24A bitch and her brat.
25:25No wonder her husband just died and she remarried already.
25:29I fought back with all my might.
25:31That's not true!
25:32Grandmother kicked us out!
25:34My mom isn't a bitch and I'm not a brat!
25:38But I was too small.
25:40I couldn't beat them.
25:42My clothes were torn.
25:44My candy was gone.
25:46Even my new hair clip was missing.
25:48They laughed and ran off with my sweets.
25:51I sat in the mud and cried.
25:54Grandmother and my uncle stood nearby,
25:56watching with wicked smiles.
25:59You deserve this!
26:01We should have sold them to the town tavern back then!
26:04I screamed at them.
26:05I am not a brat!
26:07You are the bad people!
26:09You are evil!
26:11I was so small back then.
26:13My mom had already had a child.
26:15The tavern would never pay that much for us.
26:17They thought I was too young to understand.
26:19But I had overheard their conversation.
26:22They were the truly wicked ones.
26:24They wanted to leave us at the ranch.
26:26They wanted to watch Rick beat us to death.
26:29But they never expected this.
26:31Dad never hit us.
26:33He never tortured us, even for a second.
26:35He treated us so well.
26:38They couldn't stand it.
26:39So they spread rumors behind our backs.
26:42They framed us everywhere.
26:44Clearly, they are the real monsters.
26:46I lost the hair clip and candy Dad bought me.
26:50I was too ashamed to go home.
26:52I lingered near the gate, hesitating.
26:54Dad came down from the mountain.
26:55He saw me covered in mud and blood.
26:58He dropped his pheasants in shock.
27:00I had never seen him so angry.
27:03Who did this?
27:04I trembled in fear.
27:06I'm sorry.
27:07I'm so sorry.
27:09He panicked, trying to wipe the mud off my face.
27:12Tell Dad.
27:14Who hit you?
27:15His hands were rough, but they calmed my racing heart.
27:19I stuttered through the whole story.
27:21The more I spoke, the darker his face became.
27:25He took me back and left me with Mom.
27:27Then he grabbed his axe to head out.
27:30Rick.
27:30Mom pulled him back and shook her head.
27:33Dad thought for a moment.
27:35He dropped the axe and grabbed a wooden club instead.
27:39That day, the parents of those bullies all got a beating.
27:43If you can't teach your kids, I won't hit them.
27:45I'll hit you instead.
27:48Those grown men were chased like rabbits.
27:53By a man with a limp.
27:56Dad moved slowly but steadily.
27:59He caught up to them and struck them down.
28:01The men wailed in pain.
28:04Everyone in the ranch came out to watch.
28:06Then Dad went to the Hudson Ranch.
28:09He gave my uncle a brutal beating.
28:12My uncle screamed and begged for mercy.
28:15He promised he would never do it again.
28:17I won't do it again.
28:18I promise.
28:19Dad turned to the crowd of onlookers.
28:21If you have something to say, say it to my face.
28:23No one dared to speak.
28:25They all waved their hands and shook their heads.
28:27We all know what the Hudsons are like.
28:29Just go live your life.
28:30Look at how happy your family is now.
28:33Dad dropped the club.
28:34He patted my head.
28:37Have you lived this long without a name?
28:40I shook my head.
28:42Grandmother called me a brat.
28:44Mom only called me baby.
28:46Dad pulled me close and looked at the stars.
28:49From now on, your name is Stella.
28:52Shine like a star and have a bright future ahead.
28:57For the first time, I had a real name.
29:00Stella Cooper, I have my own name now.
29:02I smiled at Mom.
29:04Dad smiled too and patted my head.
29:08I finally have a daughter of my own.
29:11That night, Mom talked to me.
29:13Stella, you're a big girl now.
29:17Starting tomorrow, you sleep on your own, okay?
29:20If I sleep alone, where will Mom sleep?
29:23I thought about it and nodded hard.
29:25Okay, Mom.
29:26You and Dad have a baby brother or sister soon.
29:29I'll play with them.
29:30This time, I really wanted a sibling.
29:33A sibling just like Dad would be wonderful.
29:37The next morning, Dad woke me up early.
29:41Stella, was I cool when I handled those bad guys yesterday?
29:44I nodded vigorously.
29:45So cool!
29:46If you want to protect yourself,
29:48you want to rely on more forever.
29:50You have to rely on yourself.
29:53Do you want like me strong?
29:54I nodded again.
29:56Yes!
29:57I wanted to be strong like him.
29:59I wanted to protect my parents and my future siblings.
30:02I wanted to hunt bears and earn lots of money.
30:06Dad looked proud.
30:07He made me run 50 laps around our ranch cabin.
30:11By the end, I could barely stand.
30:14He gritted his teeth and wouldn't let me stop.
30:16Mom looked pained, but she didn't say a word.
30:19She just made extra food and added two fried eggs for me.
30:24After running, there was weight training.
30:27Dad brought sandbags from the ranch warehouse.
30:30They felt like a thousand pounds on my arms.
30:33After a day of training, my hands and feet were covered in blisters.
30:38Mom washed my feet and popped the blisters for me.
30:41Stella, train hard.
30:43Your dad is doing this for your own good.
30:47I know, Mom.
30:49Most ranch families only teach girls to gather wood, wash clothes, and cook.
30:54Who would ever teach a girl how to be strong?
30:56I understood how much Dad cared for me.
30:59That night, Mom moved into Dad's room.
31:01I heard them talking for a bit before the lights went out.
31:05My body ached all over, but I slept peacefully.
31:08The next morning, Dad woke up late.
31:11I had already finished 30 laps when he came out.
31:14His eyes were bloodshot from lack of sleep.
31:17All day long, Dad and Mom were blushing.
31:20They kept stealing glances at each other.
31:23Why hide it?
31:24Just look if you want to.
31:26Grown-ups are so strange.
31:27We had a perfect Christmas.
31:29Dad used the bear money to expand the ranch.
31:32He bought two dairy cows and a few beef cattle.
31:35When we weren't farming, we were managing the ranch.
31:38During the off-season, we went hunting.
31:40Dad started taking me into the mountains.
31:42He taught me how to track animals and read their droppings.
31:46He showed me how to avoid bears and wolves.
31:49He taught me to set traps and use a hunting rifle.
31:52He even showed me how to knock someone out with minimal force
31:55and how to spot poisonous plants in the woods.
31:58I was weak, so my progress was slow.
32:00But Dad was always patient.
32:02Our family was happy.
32:04But the rumors never truly stopped.
32:06Most of them came from the Hudsons.
32:09Rick's fault he's a cripple.
32:10That person pretends to be arrogant and married a cripple.
32:15So what if Jason was handsome?
32:17His only talents were hitting us, gambling and drinking.
32:21I started staring at Dad's leg.
32:24Dad noticed and tried to walk slower to hide his limp.
32:27Sometimes he would lean on the ranch fence for support.
32:32Your dad is so good to you, Stella.
32:37Don't be heartless.
32:38Don't look down on him like others.
32:40Mom thought I was becoming ungrateful.
32:42Her eyes turned red with anger.
32:44But she couldn't bring herself to hit me.
32:46I quickly grabbed her hand to explain.
32:48Mom, I don't look down on Dad.
32:50I feel so bad for him.
32:52I want to study medicine.
32:54I want to fix his leg.
32:56I didn't care that he limped.
32:58I didn't care about the scar on his face.
33:00I just hated seeing him unable to sleep when it rained.
33:04I hated that hunting was harder for him than others.
33:08Mom understood my thoughts, but she was worried.
33:10There were no medical schools in town.
33:13Besides, I was only a six-year-old girl.
33:16Dad overheard us from outside the cabin.
33:18He stayed silent for two days.
33:20He just sat on the porch.
33:21Staring at the mountains.
33:24Two days later, he took me back to the city.
33:26We found the butler who bought the black bear.
33:29Dad asked him for a favor.
33:31The man looked at me carefully.
33:33He patted Dad's shoulder and agreed happily.
33:35If she wants to learn, she can start as an assistant in the pharmacy.
33:42Stella, studying medicine is very hard.
33:44You have to memorize names, mix medicine, and care for the sick.
33:49People might yell at you or even hit you.
33:53Can you handle it?
33:55I slapped my chest and spoke loudly.
33:57I can.
33:58I'll fix my dad's leg and earn lots of money.
34:02I'll take care of my parents and my future siblings.
34:06The man burst out laughing and nudged Dad's arm.
34:09Rick, your daughter is so sweet.
34:12Is the next one already on the way?
34:14Dad's face turned bright red instantly.
34:17He waved his hands quickly.
34:19It's still too early for that!
34:21I lived at the pharmacy in town, doing odd jobs.
34:24I tried my best to learn everything about medicine.
34:27I only went home to the ranch once every two weeks.
34:30I brought the sandbags Dad gave me to the pharmacy.
34:33No matter how busy I was, I found time to train.
34:36Mom hated leaving me alone in town.
34:39She held my hand and wouldn't let go when she dropped me off.
34:43With red eyes, she told me to eat well and not overwork.
34:46Come home if anyone treats you badly.
34:48She said.
34:49I waved and smiled to comfort her.
34:52Don't worry, Mom.
34:53I can take care of myself.
34:55When I learn everything, I'll fix Dad's leg.
34:59Mom laughed through her tears and wiped them away.
35:02All right, I'll be waiting.
35:04I'll make your favorite snacks for when you come home.
35:07The doctor at the pharmacy was an old friend of the butler's.
35:10He was kind to patients, but very strict with apprentices.
35:13If we forgot a drug's name, he yelled.
35:15If we missed a detail in a patient's record,
35:18he yelled.
35:19If we took blood pressure incorrectly, he yelled.
35:22Sometimes he made us copy drug names as punishment for being slow.
35:26The other students felt mistreated.
35:28Before long, they all went home crying and never came back.
35:32But I wasn't afraid.
35:33What was this little bit of hardship?
35:35Compared to Grandmother's beatings or Jason's violence, this was nothing.
35:39I was already used to it.
35:41Besides, I knew the doctor wanted me to grow fast, just like Dad wanted me to be strong.
35:46The doctor was strict, but he never treated us poorly.
35:50He made plenty of food for us every day.
35:52Sometimes he even gave us nutrient powder.
35:54I might not be the smartest, but I know who was truly kind.
35:58I kept training the way Dad taught me.
36:00I ran 5 kilometers with weights every morning and night.
36:03I grew stronger, and my movements became faster.
36:06The doctor started teaching me massage techniques.
36:09At first, I practiced on him.
36:11Slowly, I began helping the elderly patients ease their pain.
36:14The doctor worked so hard with his patients in medicine.
36:17I massaged him to help him relax.
36:19He started smiling at me more.
36:20He even taught me about heat and cold therapy.
36:23He said these skills would really help my Dad.
36:26When I went home every two weeks, the first thing I did was massage Dad's leg.
36:30I rubbed the stiff muscles from his knee to his ankle.
36:34Then I used the heat therapy the doctor taught me.
36:37At first, Dad refused.
36:39He thought it was awkward for a man to have his legs rubbed.
36:42I had to beg him for a long time before he finally agreed.
36:45After the massage, he stood up and took a few steps.
36:48His eyes lit up and turned a bit red.
36:51Stella is so smart.
36:53My leg feels much better now.
36:56Mom saw this and asked me to teach her, too.
36:58When you're away, I can do it for him.
37:01He worked so hard on the ranch and in the mountains.
37:04I taught them both step by step.
37:06I laughed and said,
37:08When I'm not here, you two can massage each other.
37:11That way, you'll both feel better.
37:12Both their faces turned bright red instantly.
37:15They glanced at each other and quickly looked down.
37:18Mom gave me a little pinch for talking nonsense.
37:20They are so strange.
37:22What is there to be embarrassed about?
37:24I studied in the city for five years.
37:26My medical knowledge and physical strength grew fast.
37:29I went from a skinny little girl to a strong, healthy teenager.
37:33The fear in my eyes was gone, replaced by confidence.
37:37During this time, Mom and Dad never had another child.
37:41Rumors started spreading around the ranch.
37:43Most of them came from the Hudson's.
37:45They claimed Dad couldn't have children.
37:47It must be Rick's fault.
37:49He's disabled.
37:49He probably doesn't even have the strength to father a child.
37:52Maybe that's why his first first wife fought with him before she died.
37:56I overheard some workers gossiping when I returned home.
37:58I clenched my fists, ready to fight them.
38:01But Mom grabbed my hand and stepped forward.
38:03She raised her voice so everyone could hear.
38:05It's my fault!
38:06I was abused at the Hudson's and it ruined my health!
38:09It has nothing to do with my husband, Rick!
38:11Stop your lies!
38:13Dad was healthy, but Mom was right.
38:16Years of hunger, heavy labor, and beatings had left her scarred.
38:19She had been taking medicine for five years, but nothing happened.
38:23Mom was anxious and often sat by the creek, staring into space.
38:27Sometimes I caught her wiping away tears.
38:30Dad was always there to comfort her.
38:32Raising Stella is enough.
38:34She's smart and capable.
38:37She's worth more than ten sons.
38:40With her around, we have nothing to worry about.
38:49But right then, my biological father, Jason, suddenly returned.
38:53I was at the pharmacy when I saw him.
38:56It was Jason, dressed like a gentleman.
38:58He wore a sharp suit and slicked back hair.
39:01A rich, delicate young woman was by his side.
39:04They looked very close, almost too sweet.
39:07He held her arm with such careful grace.
39:10It was like he was afraid she might break.
39:12I stood there in total shock.
39:15It took me a while to believe my eyes.
39:17Many years had changed me completely.
39:19I wasn't that skinny, dark girl from the ranch anymore.
39:23He didn't recognize me at all.
39:25But I could never forget his face.
39:27No fancy clothes could hide his selfish eyes.
39:30He was still a coward deep down.
39:32Wasn't he supposed to be dead?
39:35How could he be alive and living so well?
39:37I quietly asked the doctor's assistant.
39:40He told me Jason and the woman were married.
39:42They were here to treat infertility.
39:45She was a lady from a wealthy family.
39:47She couldn't get pregnant, no matter what.
39:49They traveled a long way to find our doctor.
39:52As they walked out, Jason held her hand.
39:55He whispered sweet, comforting words to her.
39:57He looked so humble and devoted.
40:00It was a look I had never seen before.
40:02When my mom couldn't give him a son,
40:04he was a completely different monster.
40:07He only knew how to beat and shame her.
40:09He took all his anger out on her life.
40:12I was closing the pharmacy that night.
40:15Jason's face was stuck in my head.
40:17I couldn't focus at all.
40:18I almost put the medicine in the wrong spot.
40:21The doctor gave me a harsh scolding.
40:23Your skill is slipping, slipping, Stella.
40:25Do you still want to fix your dad's leg?
40:27I kept my head down and whispered,
40:29Doctor, I'm just confused.
40:32If a man was supposed to die in war,
40:35but suddenly shows up alive, what happens?
40:37The doctor froze for a second.
40:39Then he let out a cold laugh.
40:41What happens?
40:42He's a deserter.
40:44Running away from battle is a huge crime.
40:48They go to jail or even face death.
40:51My heart skipped a beat.
40:53Jason was a deserter.
40:54I asked the doctor for some time off.
40:57I had to tell my parents the truth.
40:59The doctor saw the look in my eyes.
41:01He knew something was wrong and said yes.
41:04Back at the ranch, I told them everything.
41:07I told them about seeing Jason at the shop
41:09and the fact that he was a coward on the run.
41:12Dad looked at Mom with worry in his eyes,
41:15but Mom's face remained cold and calm.
41:18She just let out a soft sigh.
41:20The Hudsons have nothing to do with us.
41:23Stella, let it go.
41:24We just need to live our own lives.
41:26Dad was so happy she had moved on.
41:28He gripped her hand tight and nodded.
41:31Exactly.
41:32They mean nothing to us.
41:34Don't worry, Stella.
41:36As long as I'm here, no one will hurt you.
41:38We decided to leave the past behind.
41:40We were ready to start our new life.
41:43I had a few days off and stayed at the ranch.
41:46I helped Mom with chores and massaged Dad's leg.
41:49But that night, Jason sneaked to our door.
41:52He knocked on the back door under the moonlight.
41:55He held a paper bag with a smug, greedy smile.
41:59Dad opened the door and his face went dark.
42:01He tried to push him away instantly.
42:05What are you doing here?
42:06Get out!
42:08But Jason forced his way inside anyway.
42:10He dumped a stack of cash from the bag.
42:12Don't be so cold, Rick.
42:14Here's $2,000.
42:16I'm paying you back.
42:18Just let her bear me a son for a few years.
42:21Then I'll leave you two alone forever.
42:23We all stared at him in total shock.
42:25I wondered if this man had lost his mind.
42:27But he acted like he was doing us a favor.
42:29My new wife is broken.
42:31She can't have kids.
42:32I need a woman to give me a son.
42:35Then he looked at Dad with a cruel smirk.
42:38Besides, Rick, everyone knows you're a dud.
42:41When she has the baby, just say it's yours.
42:44Then people will stop calling you a useless cripple.
42:48He had it all figured out in his sick head.
42:50He really thought we were all fools.
42:52Jason wanted a son of his own blood.
42:54But he didn't dare tell his rich wife.
42:57So he planned to use my mom in secret.
42:59The plan was to hide the child at our ranch.
43:02Then he would steal the boy back years later.
43:05He already had it all calculated.
43:07But would his current wife ever agree?
43:09He probably had some cruel trick ready.
43:12A way to force her to accept the child.
43:15Living off a wealthy family changed him.
43:17He had become arrogant and delusional.
43:19He didn't even hide his evil plot anymore.
43:22My wife's family has no other heirs.
43:25They took me in because they need a man.
43:27After she left, that fortune belongs to me.
43:30Everything will go to me and my son.
43:32He looked at my mom with fake kindness.
43:35But his voice was still full of cold pride.
43:37This is a great deal for you.
43:39I'll make sure our son takes care of you.
43:42A little of my wealth will keep you rich.
43:44Finally, his eyes landed on me.
43:46He studied me for a long time.
43:48He barely recognized the girl I had become.
43:51His face twisted into a look of disdain.
43:54I didn't expect you to grow up so fast.
43:56I'll find a good future for you, too.
43:59You're even prettier than your mother.
44:01Rich men in the city love girls like you.
44:04I'll set you up as a wealthy man's mistress.
44:07You'll live a life of luxury you can't imagine.
44:11I couldn't believe my own ears.
44:14Jason wanted to sell me as a mistress.
44:16How could a father treat his own daughter like this before he could even finish his sentence?
44:21Rick was already shaking with pure rage.
44:24He grabbed the wooden club by the door.
44:27He swung it at Jason with all his might.
44:30I'll kill you, you heartless beast!
44:33Keep dreaming!
44:35Stella will never be a mistress!
44:38Dad was consumed by a burning hatred.
44:41He struck Jason again and again.
44:43Jason screamed and scrambled through the door.
44:46Jason was howling in pain from the beating.
44:48But he still wouldn't shut up.
44:50Think about it.
44:51It's a guaranteed profit.
44:54Don't be so stubborn and stupid.
44:56I don't even want that old woman anymore.
44:58I just want to use her to get a son.
45:01The life is still yours, and I'll pay extra.
45:05His disgusting words made Dad hit even harder.
45:08The heavy club almost snapped in half.
45:10Suddenly, Mom rushed out from the room.
45:13Her eyes were blood red with fury.
45:15She looked like she had gone completely mad.
45:18She lunged forward and tackled Jason.
45:20She pinned him down and hammered his chest.
45:22She sobbed and cursed him with every strike.
45:25I am Rick's wife now!
45:27Stay away from me!
45:28You won't bully us ever again!
45:30This was the second time Mom fought back.
45:32The first time she fought to save me.
45:35The second time, she fought for herself.
45:38Dad stood by and watched her.
45:40He didn't stop her, but his eyes were full of pain.
45:44When she finally grew tired, he pulled her up.
45:46He held her tight and patted her back.
45:49Mom sobbed loudly against his chest.
45:51She let out years of bitterness and hate.
45:54Jason scrambled away, bruised and bloody.
45:57He looked back and shouted a threat.
46:00You just wait!
46:02This isn't over!
46:03We ignored him and held each other tight.
46:06We felt the warmth of our real family.
46:08Mom cried for a long time that night.
46:11She cried for every beating and insult at the Hudson's.
46:14Dad and I stayed by her side.
46:17Finally, she fell asleep in Dad's arms.
46:18Dad gently touched my head.
46:21His eyes were very serious.
46:23Stella, remember this forever.
46:27Never let yourself be someone's mistress.
46:30Rich houses look grand, but they hide deep pain.
46:34I want you to rely on yourself and live with pride.
46:37I nodded hard, tears falling down.
46:41I know, Dad.
46:42I won't let you down.
46:44I'll study medicine and train hard.
46:46I will protect you both and build our own life.
46:50I soon returned to the city pharmacy.
46:53Everything seemed to go back to normal.
46:54Until one day, I went out to deliver medicine.
46:58Two strangers suddenly blocked my path.
47:00They were strong and looked dangerous.
47:03Before I could scream, they grabbed me.
47:05They forced me into a sack.
47:07I was being kidnapped in broad daylight.
47:09When I finally woke up,
47:11I was tied to a chair in a cold warehouse.
47:14Jason and his wife Lillian stared at me.
47:17Jason wore a fake, kissing-up smile.
47:20Lillian, don't be mad.
47:21Instead, I'll use her life
47:25to force her mother to bear our child.
47:31Then we'll kick them both into the street.
47:34Lillian giggled behind her hand.
47:36She looked delicate, but her eyes were cruel.
47:38She's your daughter.
47:40Don't just throw her away.
47:42Sell her to a butcher later for some cash.
47:45My mouth was gagged, so I just glared.
47:48I cursed them a thousand times in my head.
47:50These two monsters were truly insane.
47:54Lillian left the warehouse with a smirk.
47:56Jason stayed behind and untied my gag.
47:58He snatched the hair clip from my head.
48:01He stuffed it into an envelope for blackmail.
48:03As long as I have you,
48:05your mom will obey.
48:07Once I have my son,
48:09you're useless.
48:10I'll leave you both to rot in the dirt.
48:12You bastard!
48:14Keep dreaming!
48:15My mom won't listen to a coward like you,
48:17and my dad will come and save me!
48:18Jason's face turned purple with his fury.
48:21He slapped me so hard I hit the ground.
48:24Blood trickled from the corner of my mouth.
48:26You ungrateful brat!
48:28I ignored the pain and looked up at him.
48:31Heh.
48:32Don't be so sure it's Lillian's fault.
48:35Maybe you're the one who was broken.
48:39I remembered what the doctor once said.
48:41Jason had refused to be tested at the clinic.
48:44He claimed he already had a child.
48:46But the doctor had laughed behind his back.
48:49A life of waste and sin ruins a man.
48:52He's too ignorant to see the truth.
48:54I knew Jason's body was already failing.
48:57He was living a lie this whole time.
48:59A monster like him deserved nothing.
49:01He deserved to have his bloodline end here.
49:04I stared at him in the eyes and laughed.
49:07The terror on his face was beautiful.
49:11Jason was stung by the truth and flew into a rage.
49:14He struck me again with a heavy blow.
49:17My body trembled with pain, but I didn't make a sound.
49:20He wasn't afraid of Lillian hearing him.
49:22In fact, the harder he hit me, the better.
49:26Cruelty toward me was his way of proving a point.
49:28He wanted her to believe he had no feelings for me
49:31and that he had long forgotten about my mother.
49:34They dragged me along for three agonizing days.
49:38I was given almost no food or water.
49:41When I was thirsty, I licked rainwater from the roof.
49:44My limbs grew numb from being bound so tight
49:47and new bruises covered my face every single day.
49:52By the third day, I was drifting in and out of sleep.
49:56In my days, I heard a voice that made my heart leap.
49:59It was full of worry and pure, raw anger.
50:06Dad's voice thundered outside the warehouse.
50:09Jason, give me back my daughter.
50:11Jason's face turned pale the moment he heard it,
50:14but he tried to act tough and shouted back,
50:17Rick, you cripple!
50:20You dare to follow us?
50:22You don't know your place!
50:25Guards!
50:26Kill him!
50:27The warehouse was filled with the sounds of chaos,
50:30shouts from the guards and Dad's fierce roars.
50:33The fighting didn't last long at all.
50:35The silence was broken by Jason's terrified begging.
50:39Rick, have mercy!
50:41I was wrong!
50:42I'll give your daughter back.
50:44Just stop hitting me!
50:46I squeezed my eyes shut,
50:48tears finally falling.
50:49My dad, the man everyone called,
50:51a cripple.
50:52He had fought through the guards to save me.
50:55I knew then, I was finally safe.
50:57The warehouse door was kicked open with a bang.
51:00Dad rushed in like a madman.
51:02He saw me tied up,
51:03covered in bruises and starving.
51:05His eyes turned red with tears and rage.
51:08He ran to me and untied the ropes with trembling hands.
51:11He pulled me into a tight, protective embrace.
51:14Still, I'm so sorry.
51:16Dad came too late.
51:18I let you suffer so much.
51:20His voice was shaking and so were his hands.
51:23Resting against his chest, I finally broke down.
51:26All the fear and pain from the last three days exploded.
51:30Meanwhile, Lillian was screaming in the corner.
51:32Her face was pale, but she still tried to act powerful.
51:35You bastard!
51:37Do you know who I am?
51:38My father is a wealthy merchant.
51:41You're dead!
51:44Dad looked at her with eyes as cold as ice.
51:46The sheer hatred in his gaze silenced her instantly.
51:50You are harboring a deserter and a fugitive.
51:54Think about whether the army will let you go.
51:58Lillian's face turned white as a sheet.
52:00She looked at Jason in total disbelief.
52:04A deserter?
52:06Jason, is he telling the truth?
52:09You told me you were honorably discharged!
52:12It turned out she knew absolutely nothing.
52:15She thought she had found a loyal, reliable husband.
52:18She had no idea she was sleeping next to a coward.
52:21How could someone so rich be so incredibly blind?
52:25She never once questioned Jason's dark past.
52:28She was just a foolish pawn in his game.
52:31I leaned against Dad, a weak smile on my lips.
52:34I looked straight at Lillian's trembling eyes.
52:38Jason had a plan for you all along.
52:40He's waiting for you to die so he can take your wealth.
52:47He only wanted my mom to bear him a son.
52:51A son to inherit your family's money.
52:55And you're still protecting him?
52:57You're such a fool.
53:00Lillian looked at Jason, her world crumbling down.
53:03Lillian trembled with rage as the truth hit her.
53:06She pointed at Jason, her voice trapped in her throat.
53:09Her vision went black, and she nearly collapsed.
53:13Before long, the military police arrived.
53:16We watched as they shackled Jason.
53:18Lillian was also taken away for investigation.
53:21Harboring a deserter is a severe crime.
53:24Dad held me tight, his eyes full of lingering fear.
53:28My precious daughter will never be hurt again.
53:31Later, Mom told me what had happened.
53:33When I didn't come home for two days, Dad went wild.
53:37He searched every corner until he got that envelope.
53:40He didn't hesitate for a second.
53:42He charged straight toward Jason's warehouse.
53:45Dad's old leg injury was acting up.
53:47Every step was agonizing, and he fell twice.
53:50He didn't care about the pain or the blood.
53:52His only thought was my safety.
53:55Because of his bravery, Jason was behind bars.
53:58And the entire Hudson family was dragged down, too.
54:02The Hudsons had known Jason was alive all along.
54:05For years, Jason had been sending them secret cash.
54:09Now they screamed that they were innocent.
54:11They claimed they knew nothing about his desertion.
54:14They turned on Jason, cursing him like demons.
54:18You monster!
54:21You've destroyed us all!
54:24Jason didn't back down.
54:26He fought back just as hard.
54:27You didn't say you were innocent when you took my money!
54:30Now that we're caught, you want to blame me?
54:33Keep dreaming!
54:34We're all going down together!
54:37The whole family pointed fingers and barked with mad dogs.
54:40It was a pathetic, ridiculous sight.
54:43They finally got the ending they deserved.
54:45Lillian did not escape her fate, either.
54:47For harboring a deserter, her family assets were seized.
54:51Her life was utterly destroyed by Jason's lies.
54:57But I had no time to worry about their downfall.
54:59My only concern was my father's leg.
55:02To save me, he had run for three days and nights.
55:06His old injury had flared up completely.
55:08The pain was so sharp he couldn't even stand.
55:11He could only lie bedridden in a state of agony.
55:14I brought him directly to the pharmacy.
55:16I became his personal nurse every single day.
55:19I gave him massages and applied herbal ointments.
55:22I followed the doctor's methods to heal his nerves.
55:26The head doctor watched me and praised my progress.
55:30Stella, you are becoming truly skilled.
55:34You will surely become a great physician.
55:37Cold sweat often poured down dad's forehead from the pain.
55:40But whenever he looked at me, he always smiled.
55:44His eyes were filled with comfort and immense pride.
55:48Our Stella has grown up so well.
55:55You truly are your father's greatest pride.
55:58In this small pharmacy, I finally saw the light.
56:03After a month of treatment, dad finally improved.
56:06He could slowly get out of bed and walk.
56:08Though he still limped, he was much more agile.
56:11The rainy days no longer kept him awake with pain.
56:15Six months later, Jason was sentenced to death.
56:18On the day of his execution, he looked like a ghost.
56:22Arrogance and greed vanished from his eyes.
56:25He finally paid for everything he owed us.
56:27This was the karma he truly deserved.
56:30Even then, some meddling elders in the village spoke up.
56:33They said I was his daughter and should bury him.
56:37Dad stood before the entire village and roared.
56:39Stella is my daughter!
56:42Rick's daughter!
56:45She has nothing to do with that bastard, Jason!
56:48He glared at the gossiping crowd with fierce eyes.
56:51Jason was a deserter and a monster!
56:55I hear to his family!
56:56Are you connected to him?
56:58Should I call the army?
56:59The villagers shut their mouths in an instant.
57:02No one dared to mention Jason's name ever again.
57:06They didn't want to end up like the Hudsons or Lillian.
57:09Under my care, Dad's leg was almost fully healed.
57:13Unless you looked closely, the limp was invisible.
57:16He could hunt and work the ranch like a normal man.
57:19Now, Dad was the happiest man alive.
57:22He walked with a new spring in his step.
57:25Because after all the years of suffering and waiting,
57:29Mom was finally pregnant.
57:30Our true family was finally growing.
57:33The shadows of the past were gone forever.
57:36We will never, ever be apart.
57:38We will never pray.
57:38We will never forget to let go back and back and Aoife be before weзаannt.
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