"Lily..."

Lily flashed Maisie a gentle smile that conveyed everything without needing to be said.

"If you require assistance, just let me know. I'll do everything I can!"

"Thank you," Maisie replied, meeting Lily's sincere gaze.

"Why thank me? We get along well, and I'm happy to help!"

The two shared smiles.

Maisie poured a cup of coffee for Lily, and they settled by the floor-to-ceiling window, quietly admiring the distant scenery.

Spring had arrived in the city. The mountains in the distance had regained their lush greenery. Cherry blossoms along the streets resembled clusters of pale pink mist and swallows flitted through the willow branches joyfully.

Despite the arrival of spring, the frost in Maisie's heart proved resistant to thawing.

asking, "Maisie, are you truly never going to forgive

fell silent, unsure how to

with Daniel or the love and hate they shared, what flashed through her mind were the days after losing her memory and reconnecting

with a teddy bear at the kindergarten, a secret amusement park built

attempts at household chores, the longing and nervousness in his kisses, the sense of peace when he stayed by her side day and

she involuntarily closed

him." Lily's voice was gentle. "I'm hoping you

"Lily..."

other way is there but to heal yourself? I know it hurts, but don't let that

we should treat ourselves better. Only by

fleeting! Let them do whatever they want!" Maisie

of mindset, no matter how many

She held Lily's hand tightly. "I'll take care of myself, plan my next book, and

spirit!" Lily patted Maisie's shoulder, relieved to see her returning to

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