In front of the pristine white gate, Alan stood frozen with an indescribable feeling. With a firm hand, he pressed the doorbell to call someone inside. The heart of the young executive, who had never feared any crisis while steering a giant empire, now raced with anxiety, like a boy caught in a misdeed.
Not long after, a middle-aged woman walked out. Though her face appeared pale from a chronic ailment, her eyes sparkled with brightness, a happiness hard-won through her daughter's sweat and dignity.
"Who are you visiting?" The homeowner asked with curiosity upon seeing the handsome young man in a fine suit, standing at the gate, looking out of place with the surroundings.
"Hello," Alan greeted with a polite bow, softening his stern expression to appear as gentle as possible. "My name is
