Let nature take its course.

Suddenly, I find myself at a loss as to how to bring our story to an end.

As for what happened afterward… aside from that letter she wrote to me, I suppose I know nothing at all.

It is truly hard to imagine what her life was like during those days—what path she followed.

This year, November 18th marks the seventh anniversary of our relationship. I had originally planned to finish this book on that day, as a way to commemorate what we shared.

But now, it seems that may be difficult.

On one hand, the final year of university has been overwhelmingly busy; on the other, I feel somewhat powerless, as if I can no longer summon the strength I once had.

Sometimes, it truly feels impossible to continue writing.

Perhaps it’s best to just let things take their course, to move forward slowly.

One day, there will be an ending.

Let “The Chronicle of Bei Zi” unfold naturally.