Buddha says people suffer from eight afflictions: resentment, hatred, love, separation, longing, and the inability to let go.
"Just kill me." Silent tears traced down his crimson eyes as memories of the past flashed before him.
"My wish is small. I just want to be happy every day."
"Hua'er is very well-behaved. She's not as vicious as you say."
"Did you ever love me? Even just a little?"
Memories surged like a tide, and his heart twisted uncontrollably. There was no going back. There would never be a way back.