"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.

unexpected apology left

her mouth but couldn't find

also regret causing you some

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

what Russell truly

for her... perhaps she

slightly. "Thanks for your kind words. I probably won't be able to attend your wedding,

Russell to board his

waiting for her response,

phone, feeling a mix of confusion and shock as

felt like a

you

her, and wrapped her in his arms. Fresh from exercising

Aveline said,

expression darkened. "He even has the

He's

return,

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