They looked over at Kallum amidst their argument. Under the city lights at dusk, Kallum's face showed no trace of hesitation. He stood there as still as a statue, yet his eyes shone with a brilliance that could illuminate the world.
Watching him, an unexplainable faith arose within everyone. It was as if he could never lose, as if he had never tasted defeat before, and this time would be no different.
“There are only two minutes left. Do you still have faith?” the President suddenly said with a chuckle.
Kallum looked at him, slowly revealing an extravagant smile.
“My faith has never wavered. I trust her just as much as I trust myself. She has never let anyone down, and neither have I.”
As the final minute approached, the clamor grew louder. The reporters clutched their microphones tighter, and the international onlookers gripped their phones just as firmly. Even the President's expression turned solemn, as if he was anticipating something monumental.
Finally, a faint sound was heard. Kallum turned his gaze toward it and called out, “Callie!”
“This is quite the grand spectacle. Is it all for my arrival?”
The distinctively cold voice of Calista resonated, making the night seem even colder, the wind more biting.
The moment she stepped out, the whiteness in the sky grew increasingly intense. It was as if something had broken free from the mire and was radiating light.
After such a long time, Calista finally managed to make out everyone's faces in the darkness. Then, her gaze was involuntarily drawn to Kallum.
He stood tall and dignified, exuding an air of nobility. He was a natural aristocrat, radiating an undeniable brilliance.
Kallum flashed her a toothy grin. The next moment, he walked over to her, took off his jacket, and draped it over her shoulders.
“This is the coldest moment of the day. Why didn't you put on more clothes before coming out?”
Calista felt his warmth and responded with a faint smile. “I was worried you'd get impatient while waiting.”
“What's the outcome, Ms. Stafford?”
Someone interrupted the pair's intense gaze with a sudden question. In an instant, the attention of over ten thousand people was drawn to her. Beyond the various devices, countless individuals were all awaiting her response.
What is the outcome? Is it a success or a failure? Did this young lady really manage to create a miracle? Did Kallum win his gamble this time?
Everything would be encapsulated in her words.
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