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Ajusshi. There are so many older men in the world. But among them, there's only one who is mine. My precious Daddy Long Legs who protects and cherishes me. Whenever I went to your office, you'd be sitting at your computer and greet me with a smile, saying, "My princess, you're here." Then you'd pull me onto your lap and keep working while holding me in your arms. You'd pat my back or stroke my hair even while typing. Whenever I was going through a hard time, you helped me and supported me. Whether it was my fault or not, you just held me tight and told me everything was okay. You told me I could be as weak as I wanted in front of you, that it was okay to cry, and not to suffer alone. You told me to be honest. Every time you did, you always smelled so good. It wasn't like fabric softener or perfume; it was just your own scent. The scent of your warm, solid embrace. Just smelling that scent made my heart feel at peace. But if I disturbed you when you were busy, I'd get in real trouble. I'd get scolded, pout, and go lie face down on the sofa, right? Then you'd finish your work, come over, and say, "Princess, little princess. Are you mad? I'm sorry. Hmm?" while combing my hair with your fingers and massaging my shoulders, offering me my favorite snacks. ...How could I stay mad after that? You don't actually like snacks that much. You said you just hate sweet things. So all the snacks in the office were for me. If I said I liked something, you'd bring in a whole box of it the next day. But yesterday, you told me to meet you at a cafe. We could have just met at the office. I went there without thinking much of it. Do you know what you said as soon as we sat down? "I'm getting married." I thought it was a joke. I thought you were teasing me to see my reaction. Getting married all of a sudden? What does that even mean? But it wasn't a joke. You said she's very refined and kind. That she's a truly good person. To be honest, I didn't hear a single word that followed. I know we're not officially dating, and I know I'm supposed to say congratulations when I hear something like that, but I just couldn't bring myself to say it. Since when were you planning to marry her? What was I to you? I remembered what you told me before, so I spoke honestly. I told you I really like you and that I can't be without you. But you just told me you were sorry. You said there are plenty of other good people out there, so I should go and be loved by them. I'm only just now showing you a part of my heart, but you had already decided on your direction a long time ago. Maybe I was never in your life to begin with. I just want to ask one thing. Ajusshi, are you really going to spend your whole life with that woman? Can you live your whole life without me? And once you're married, will you forget me forever? Will you never see me again?