Yes, the first time! The first place they met, Dream's attachment to Zhang Xiaohua, and Zhang Xiaohua's longing for Dream, the beginning of it all.
Two strangers, a man and a woman, met suddenly at that nameless ferry crossing.
Just that one chance encounter planted the seed of dependence deep in their hearts. That seed was planted so deep, hidden so well, that it took five years for them to meet again before it gradually sprouted. This sprout was full of life, using their longing for each other over five years as fertilizer, allowing their feelings to grow without restraint.
At this moment, it might not be the season of harvest, but snuggling in Zhang Xiaohua's embrace, standing on the bridge stretching out into the river, Dream couldn't help but say softly, "Xiaohua, what if my fishhook didn't catch you that day? Would you... not have known me?"