What's your feeling at the beginning? The aloof lawyer is crying!

As time passed quietly, Jiang Tingyan's excessive attention gradually enveloped Lin Yuelin's campus life like an invisible veil, making her seem a little hesitant in every step at school. The girl who used to be as cheerful as a cheerful bird now seemed to have her wings clipped, and the bright sunshine in her personality seemed to be quietly obscured by the haze. When interacting with classmates, the once natural and smooth interactions became stiff and restrained, as if every action was bound by invisible shackles.

Once, the school carefully prepared a grand cultural event. Once the news spread, the whole campus was boiling. After Lin Yuelin heard about it, the flame of her love for dance was instantly ignited. She happily discussed with several like-minded classmates and planned to sign up for the dance performance together. They enthusiastically discussed the creativity, choreography and costume matching of the dance. Every detail was vividly described by them. Lin Yuelin's eyes flashed with excitement and expectation, and the light was like the bright stars in the night sky. However, at the moment when she was about to fill in the registration form, her father's repeated exhortations were like a heavy hammer, slamming in her mind. Her hands froze in mid-air involuntarily, and her heart was filled with waves, and the hesitant emotions surged into her heart like a tide. In the end, in her inner struggle and entanglement, she reluctantly put down the pen in her hand and gave up this opportunity she had dreamed of.

When the cultural and artistic activities officially kicked off, the lights on the stage flickered like a dream, and the music danced in the air like a smart elf. The students wore colorful costumes and released their enthusiasm and talents on the stage. Their smiles were as bright as flowers, and every dance step was full of confidence and vitality. Lin Yuelin sat silently in the audience, her eyes full of loss and melancholy. The stage that should have belonged to her became so far away at this moment. Her heart seemed to be gently pricked by countless fine needles, and an indescribable bitterness spread on the tip of her tongue.

After returning home, Lin Yuelin was listless as if her soul had been taken away. She walked into her room silently, closed the door gently, curled up in the corner beside the bed, and looked out the window with empty eyes. Lin Wanyi was keenly aware of her daughter's abnormality. She knocked on the door gently and said gently: "Yuelin, baby, what's wrong with you? Can you talk to your mother?" There was silence in the room, and no one responded. Lin Wanyi's heart suddenly tightened, and she called her daughter's name again softly, with a hint of anxiety and concern in her voice. After a long time, the door slowly opened, and Lin Yuelin appeared at the door with red and swollen eyes. Her lips trembled slightly, as if she was trying to suppress the grief in her heart. After her mother's repeated questioning, she finally couldn't help it, tears gushed out like a flood, and she choked and told the truth. Lin Wanyi hugged her daughter tightly in her arms with heartache. Her arms were warm and powerful, as if it was the safest harbor in the world. She stroked her daughter's hair gently and said softly, "Yuelin, Daddy is just too worried about you. Don't give up what you like because of this. You are so outstanding and love dancing so much. You shouldn't be bound by such constraints."

Lin Wanyi knew that she had to have a good talk with Jiang Tingyan, otherwise her daughter would gradually lose herself in this depressing atmosphere. At night, when the children fell asleep peacefully and the whole world was shrouded in quiet darkness, Lin Wanyi pulled Jiang Tingyan to sit on the sofa in the living room. The light in the living room was dim and soft, but it could not illuminate the confusion and confusion in Jiang Tingyan's heart at the moment. Lin Wanyi looked serious. She looked directly into Jiang Tingyan's eyes and said firmly: "Tingyan, look at your behavior during this period. It has been like a haze, deeply affecting Yuelin's normal life. Her original confidence in school is disappearing little by little, becoming more and more timid, and she dare not even try the activities she once loved. You think this is protection for her, but in fact, this is not love, but an invisible harm. You set too many obstacles on her path of growth, so that she can't run and fly freely." Jiang Tingyan listened, and his heart was struck by lightning. He widened his eyes, his face full of shock and disbelief. He never thought that his painstaking efforts would bring such a heavy blow to his daughter. His lips moved slightly, but he was speechless for a moment. After a long silence, he slowly said, "I just want her to avoid detours and not get hurt in this complicated world. I am her father and I have the responsibility to protect her." Lin Wanyi gently held his hand. Her hand was soft and warm, as if it could convey endless strength. She whispered, "I understand your feelings. Which parent doesn't love their children? But Yuelin also needs her own space to grow. She is like a thriving tree. Although she needs our care, she also needs to experience the baptism of wind and rain before she can truly flourish. We should stand by her side and guide her, instead of trapping her with walls and restricting her freedom and development everywhere."

Jiang Tingyan fell into deep thought, his mind constantly emerging with his daughter's lost eyes and cowardly figure. He began to reflect on his behavior and realized that he was indeed too nervous and narrow-minded. After a few days, he plucked up the courage and took the initiative to find Lin Yuelin. At this time, the sunlight shone through the window onto the floor of the living room, forming patches of golden light. Lin Yuelin was sitting on the sofa in a daze. When she saw her father coming, a trace of panic flashed in her eyes. Jiang Tingyan slowly sat down beside her, took a deep breath, and said: "Yuelin, Dad has thought about it for a long time. Dad may have been too nervous before. Dad should not restrict your normal interactions with your classmates. You are like a little bird that longs to fly freely. Dad should not break your wings. You can participate in school activities like before and pursue your dreams. Dad believes that you have your own judgment and measure and can handle everything."

Lin Yuelin slowly raised her head, her eyes sparkling with surprise and emotion, that light seemed to dispel all the haze in her heart. She couldn't believe her ears, and asked with a trembling voice: "Really? Dad, do you really believe me?" Jiang Tingyan looked at his daughter's expectant eyes, and his heart ached. He smiled and nodded, and said seriously: "Really, Dad hopes that you can grow up happily, like a blooming flower, blooming with your own splendid brilliance. Yuelin, Dad saw you dancing on the stage that day, you were like an elf descending to the world, so dazzling, so confident. At that moment, Dad suddenly realized that you have grown up unknowingly, and you are no longer the little girl who needs Dad to protect you all the time. You have your own ideas and pursuits, your own dreams and goals. Dad was always afraid that you would be hurt, so he unconsciously interfered in your life too much, but ignored your feelings and needs. Dad was wrong, I'm really sorry."

Lin Yuelin tilted her head slightly, her clear eyes staring at her father, carefully watching every expression on his face, as if trying to find a hint of hypocrisy or hesitation. But all she saw was sincerity and guilt in her father's eyes. She bit her lip lightly and said, "Dad, I know you are doing this for my own good, and I understand your worries. But sometimes, I really want to explore the world by myself and try new things. Even if I encounter difficulties and setbacks, I want to overcome them with my own strength, because only in this way can I truly grow up and become stronger and more independent."

Jiang Tingyan gently reached out his hand and touched her head tenderly. His hand was broad and warm, as if carrying endless fatherly love. He said, "Baby, you are right. Dad always treated you as a weak little girl and wanted to protect you from the wind and rain, but he forgot that only by bravely soaring in the vast sky can an eagle learn the skills of flying and have the strength to fight the sky. Dad will respect your choice in the future. As long as you can guarantee that you can calmly consider your own safety and future development before doing anything, Dad will stand firmly behind you and support you to pursue your dreams."

Lin Yuelin's face finally blossomed into a brilliant smile, that smile was like a flower blooming in spring, bright and moving. She happily threw herself into Jiang Tingyan's arms and hugged him tightly, as if to release all the grievances and dissatisfaction in her heart at this moment. She said in a crying voice: "Dad, I love you. I will try my best and will not let you down." Jiang Tingyan also hugged her back tightly. His arms were like a solid fortress, bringing his daughter endless sense of security. He whispered: "Dad loves you too, Yuelin. You will always be Dad's pride. No matter what difficulties you encounter, no matter what decision you make, Dad will be by your side and accompany you through it all."

"Then Dad, can I join the school dance club? Our club has a very important performance recently, and I want to participate." Lin Yuelin raised her head, her eyes flashing with blazing anticipation, and her eyes were like the brightest stars in the night sky.

"Of course, Dad believes that you will amaze the audience and shine in the performance. Your graceful dancing posture and love for dance will surely infect every audience." Jiang Tingyan answered without hesitation, his voice full of encouragement and trust. "Also, I want to go to the library to study with my classmates, and sometimes there will be male classmates with me. Is that okay?" Lin Yuelin asked cautiously, with a hint of trepidation and anxiety in her eyes.

Jiang Tingyan paused for a moment, a trace of worry flashed through his mind, but he quickly suppressed it. He smiled and said, "Sure, as long as you really study hard and exchange knowledge with each other, Dad will be relieved. But you must remember to go home early and don't let mom and dad worry."

"That's great, Dad! Don't worry, I will." Lin Yuelin said excitedly, her face filled with a smile of happiness and satisfaction, as if all her worries had disappeared.

After getting her father's support, Lin Yuelin seemed to have regained her lost energy and enthusiasm. She actively participated in the rehearsals of the school dance club and practiced hard with the club members in the dance studio every day after school.

In the dance studio, the mirror is bright and clear, reflecting the hard work of Lin Yuelin and her classmates. She repeats the dance moves over and over again, striving for perfection in every turn and every jump. Sweat soaks her dance clothes and wets her hair, but her eyes are always firm and focused, which is her persistence and love for dance. When she encounters a difficult move that is difficult to master, she no longer gives up or retreats easily as before, but takes the initiative to ask the dance teacher for advice, listens carefully to the teacher's guidance and suggestions, and then practices repeatedly until the moves are smooth and beautiful.

In the process of working with her classmates, Lin Yuelin gradually regained her former cheerfulness and confidence. She actively exchanged ideas with everyone and discussed how to make the dance more expressive. She would smile and encourage those classmates who were a little discouraged due to fatigue or setbacks: "Don't be discouraged, let's work hard together and we will definitely do better!" Under her leadership, the atmosphere of the entire dance team became more harmonious and everyone went all out for the upcoming performance.

Jiang Tingyan is also working hard to fulfill his promise. He tries to look at his daughter's growth with a more open and tolerant attitude. Although he still can't help but worry sometimes, he will silently remind himself to believe in his daughter. He began to take the initiative to care about Lin Yuelin's progress in the dance club. After her rehearsal, he would prepare her favorite snacks and drinks, and then patiently listen to her share the interesting things and little troubles she encountered during the rehearsal.

Once, Lin Yuelin excitedly told Jiang Tingyan: "Dad, today the teacher praised me for my great progress and said that my emotional expression in dance has become more delicate!" Jiang Tingyan looked at his daughter's happy face and was filled with satisfaction. He smiled and responded: "Baby, you are great! This is the result of your hard work. Dad believes that in the performance, you will let everyone see your brilliance."

As the performance date approached, Lin Yuelin worked harder. She used her spare time to carefully select performance costumes and design stage makeup with her classmates. In the process, she learned how to better show her personality and charm, and also understood the importance of teamwork.

Finally, the day of the performance arrived. The theater was full of audiences, and the lights on the stage were dazzling. Lin Yuelin and her dance team members walked onto the stage confidently. The moment the music sounded, Lin Yuelin seemed to have entered a world that belonged only to dance. Every move she made was just right, graceful and powerful. Her face was filled with a confident smile, and her eyes revealed her deep affection for dance. Jiang Tingyan and Lin Wanyi in the audience stared at their daughter on the stage, their hearts filled with pride and emotion. After the performance, there was thunderous applause and cheers from the audience. Lin Yuelin and her classmates held hands and bowed to the audience to express their gratitude. At that moment, she knew that her efforts had been rewarded in the best way, and Jiang Tingyan also deeply realized that letting go appropriately was the best help for his daughter's growth. (End of this chapter)