FOREFATHERS [Mei•Long Xiaojiao] ONGOING

Gilded Memories Series Book 6
[SHORT STORY]

Growing up in a noble household had its share of ups and downs, and Mei knew this all too well. As a member of the prestigious Dragon Clan, directly descended from the legendary White Horse Dragon himself, she took great pride in her heritage. Yet, there were times when it all felt... difficult.

Having been raised knowing she was part of such an illustrious lineage, Mei often found herself pondering the depth of her family's history. How far back did her ancestry stretch? What had her forefathers been like? These questions gnawed at her, but when she asked her parents, they were rarely able to offer much. They were busy people, always preoccupied with matters beyond the walls of the mansion. As a result, Mei often found herself alone, surrounded by ancient relics and forbidden treasures, including cars she wasn't allowed to drive.

"What's with the long face, bro?" MK asked, pulling up a chair beside her as they sat outside the Pigsy Noodle shop. Mei had been staring off into the distance, her gaze lost in thought. The boy tilted his head in confusion, trying to understand her mood.

Mei hesitated for a moment, then sighed, her eyes softening. "Well... with everything that's happened, I just find myself wondering if..." She trailed off, catching her reflection in a small puddle at her feet.

"I was just wondering," she continued, her voice barely above a whisper, "what stories my forefathers could tell me if they were here."

-Forefathers [Long Xiaojiao•Mei]