"Happy New Year! How have you been lately?"

Russell's voice carried a hint of laughter.

Aveline replied, "Pretty good. I found my biological parents and have returned to Labor City."

"I saw the news, but I haven't had a chance to congratulate you yet." Russell's tone surprisingly carried a note of loneliness.

Aveline lowered her gaze, unsure of what to say. Their relationship was just a thin layer of unspoken feelings away from changing everything. Once that layer was pierced, nothing would be the same. They both paused, the silence stretching between them.

"I'm going abroad."

After a long moment, Russell's voice finally broke the silence.

Aveline was taken aback. "Why the sudden decision to go abroad?"

"I'm sorry."

But instead of answering her question, Russell offered an apology.

apology

mouth but

to help you before. I also regret causing you some

said, "Alright, I accept that. Since you've chosen to go abroad, focus on your

what Russell truly desired was

she

be able to attend your wedding, so don't bother sending me

the other end, someone urged Russell to board his

for her response,

mix of confusion and shock as memories

felt like

are you thinking

and wrapped her in his

against him, Aveline said,

darkened. "He even has the nerve to

goodbye. He's going abroad

return, that remained completely

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