Goodbye, Mr. Regret

"Herbert, my parents wanted me to thank you for helping me recover my speech. They'd love to have you over for dinner. Do you have any free time coming up?”

Today was the premiere of Jessica's film, and with how well it was bound to do, she and her creative team would probably be busy with events for the next day or two.

Not wanting to interfere with her schedule, Herbert replied, "I'm actually on a break right now-completely free. Just let me know whenever your family's available, and I'll be there."

"Okay. My grandpa's in the hospital right now, so things are a bit hectic at home. Once he's discharged, I'll reach out."

"Oh, by the way-—are you going to the premiere today? I saw on the news that it's at three this afternoon, at the outdoor plaza near the amusement park."

Jessica's eyes sparkled with warmth as she smiled. "Would you like to come? If you want, I'll ask Carlisle to save us a couple of seats up front."

"Absolutely!"

If she said "a couple of seats," that meant she'd be there too. No way he'd miss it.

to reserve two

Mansion Memorial

got out and walked

and the place was bustling with visitors. Tour guides led groups from one exhibit to

everyone marveled at the intricate

people recognized

the screenwriter from that

movie's scenes have

incredible-how can one person be so talented

Jessica's, leaned in and whispered, "You're quite the celebrity

back in the crowd, didn't dare get too close. He

he'd been the last to realize just how remarkable she was. He'd missed out on so much.

Watching Herbert lean in to speak to her, Timothy's

on their bikes and continued riding. Only

newly opened area of the park. The place was still under construction, and the path ahead