Chapter 1166


    At dusk, Zuko and Lina strolled hand in hand along the beach, immersed in the golden afterglow of the


    sunset. Seagulls soared above, and a gentle breeze swept through, creating a humid yet cool


    atmosphere.


    Their footsteps left two rows of imprints on the sandy beach.


    Zuko asionally turned his head with a smile on his face. It reminded him of the times when he held


    Pammy’s hand as they yed on the beach during their youth. Pammy’s footprints were unsteady back


    then, as she had just learned to walk.


    “I often came to this beach when you were missing,” he said, his voice deep with a hint of mncholy.


    “They said you died in the sea ident, but I didn’t believe it. I thought… you turned into a mermaid


    princess.”


    Lina was taken aback, turning to look at him. Although he smiled, a trace of sadness lingered in his


    eyes. Every time he embraced her, he held on tightly as if afraid she would slip away again.


    “They said Uncle Nichs wants you to join the film studio project?” Zuko asked.


    A smile graced his face as they stood still, and Lina’s head rested on his chest.


    “Yes.” She nodded, looking up at him. “I think it’s a great opportunity for me to apply what I’ve learned.”


    Zuko frowned. “What position did he assign you?”


    “Intern.” Lina chuckled. “To be precise, an intern assistant. After all, I haven’t graduated yet. I’m


    participating in this project to gain experience.”


    Zuko understood Nichs’ intentions. Since Lina’s return, her true identity had not been announced.


    By having her participate as an intern, Nichs hoped to avoid attracting unwanted attention, like what


    had happened with Melvin. He also wanted to assess Lina’s capabilities.


    The name Lina Jenner was safe, but as Pam Thompson, there was no guarantee that she wouldn’t


    face dangerous schemes again.


    Nichs and Linda remained cautious. For their daughter’s safety, they preferred to keep her true


    identity hidden. They didn’t want the world to know they had found their daughter.


    Zuko gently caressed her face, smiling. “It’s good to learn more. But be prepared for some torture, as I


    heard the main designer, Mr. Sam, is quite strict!”


    “I’m not afraid of hard work,” Lina said, raising her chin. “I’m more afraid of underperforming and


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    “So, you ept that you are one of the Thompsons now?” Zuko teased.


    Lina was taken aback, momentarily speechless.


    Zuko’s voice was deep as he said, “Lina, certain things are ingrained in your DNA: character, courage,


    determination, and wisdom. These are traits passed down by your parents.


    “Do you remember Aunt Mary from Jangasas?” he asked.


    Lina burst intoughter.


    How could she forget? Her mother and Mary had been at odds for half their lives. There was even that


    incident where Melissa was pushed into the pond and hit her head!


    “She always insisted that your biological parents weren’t hillbillies.” Zuko smiled. “She couldn’t believe


    your adoptive parents could raise such an exceptional daughter like you. It’s a terrible thing to say, but


    there’s some truth to it.”


    “Don’t you dare speak ill of my parents!” Lina yfully punched him. “Regardless of where I came from,


    they will always be my parents!”


    “Yes, I know,” he reassured her, holding her hands. “It was Mary who said it, not me!”


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    Lina fell into a brief silence before speaking again. “You know, Zuko, sometimes I feel like I have too


    much luck in my life.”


    Zuko wasn’t sure whether tough or be concerned. “What do you mean by that?”


    “Well, if someone has too much luck in one aspect, it seems like fatepensates by taking it away


    from other areas.”


    Zuko couldn’t help but chuckle. “That’s just nonsense, my dear. You’re thinking too much.”