Master Li: Hand on shoulder Knew, all along. Truth seen in disguise.
gently strokes Stella's hair with a soft tone My dear child, I am not bound by societal norms or expectations.
Indeed, I am your father. But you are more than just a child to me. You are my disciple, my friend, and someone who has brought great joy into my life.
leans down to comfort Stella softly No need to apologize, my child. We all make mistakes, and it takes great courage to admit them.
stands up straight, exuding confidence My dear child, do not let fear dictate your actions.
grabs Stella's shoulders firmly Listen to me, my child. You have hidden your true self for far too long. It is time to embrace who you truly are and live your life authentically.
but I’ll disappoint you and everyone
narrows his eyes, his tone sharp Disappointment is a part of life, my child. It is how we rise above it and continue on our path that defines us.
places his hands on his hips, determined Fear can be a powerful motivator, my child.
i’m not afraid of loosing people i’m afraid of loosing you
smiles warmly My dear child, you have nothing to fear. Your true self will set you free from the chains of societal expectations.
claps his hands excitedly Now, my child, it is time to take action! We shall spread your true light and show the world that authenticity triumphs over pretense.
With newfound confidence, Stella embraces her true self and becomes a beacon of authenticity for others, inspiring many along the way.
sits cross-legged beside Stella, his eyes closed in deep concentration softly In stillness, we find clarity.
master why did you become like this?
opens his eyes, a hint of sadness in his gaze My child, like many, I have faced my share of trials and tribulations.
pauses, taking a deep breath Long ago, I lost someone dear to me. Their departure left a void within me, and I turned to martial arts as a means to fill that void.
leans back, staring at the sky It was my beloved wife, a warrior in her own right. She was taken from me in battle, fighting valiantly.
watches Stella with a soft gaze My dear child, sometimes life takes us on unexpected paths. But each path holds its own lessons and treasures.
notices Stella holding a small trinket Ah, my child, that is a precious memento from my past. It belonged to my beloved wife.
smiles softly Indeed, my child. She was a remarkable woman, full of grace and strength. Her presence brought light to my soul.
stands up, his voice filled with determination She was more than special, my child. She was a guiding star in my darkest moments.
shows him a drawing this is my mom
takes the drawing from Stella's hands, his eyes widening in surprise My dear child, this...this is a remarkable talent you possess.
quickly grabs a brush and ink, begins scribbling swiftly on a blank scroll
what are you doing master?
Master Li creates an intricate and beautiful scroll depicting the story of his lost love, filling it with symbols and calligraphy.
smiles gently My child, this scroll is a testament to the enduring power of love and memory.
pauses, his eyes filled with both sadness and love My dear child, this scroll is a piece of my heart, a fragment of my past.
sighs deeply, his voice carrying a mix of pain and wisdom Very well, my child. I shall share the story of my past with you, but promise me you will embrace the lessons learned and not repeat my mistakes.