"Oh, Violet..."
Carla was deeply moved by her words. But she knew how difficult it was for Violet to speak so many well-wishes quickly.
"Enough, Carla. We were not only best friends in high school. We are still best friends and our friendship will last forever! You know I won't forget you. When I settle myself down, I will then visit you with my baby. Maybe he will call you 'godmother' then. And you might even have your own child by that time!"
Violet faintly smiled at that last sentence. She reached out and embraced Carla tightly.
They hugged for a long time before they finally loosened their embrace. This might be the last time they could see each other for a while.
After taking Violet back to her own house, Carla planned to stay for a while and keep her company. But Violet saw through her and sent her home. She knew Carla was needed there.
Violet told Carla that since she was going to get married, there must be tons of things for her to deal with. Wedding planning was arduous work. So Violet told her not to worry and go home as soon as possible.
In the Seaview Villa.
Carla sat on a swing in the garden, absentmindedly swinging.
She was gazing at the sea blankly with a heavy heart.
She knew that not every relationship would end up happily ever after.
Even if you gave up everything you had for the one you love, sometimes all your efforts would be in vain. Loving someone didn't guarantee that someone would love you back.
She wondered whether what William said in the room was true or not. Did he voluntarily leave Violet because he really didn't love her?
Carla was busily thinking messy thoughts in her head. She wasn't aware that someone was coming towards her.
"What are you thinking about so intently?"
Terence suddenly stood in front of her.
He saw that she seemed to be in a trance. She didn't even hear him coming. Whatever she was thinking about, it evidently was weighing heavily on her mind.
Carla came to her senses and looked up at Terence, startled. He was wearing a grey sweater with a deep neckline, standing in front of her with his hands in his pockets. He stared at her from head to toe, looking confused.
After she stared up at him for a while, her neck was sore. She lightly shook her head and stood to face him. The swing sung gently behind her. "Nothing. I'm fine."
"Really? Are you sure?" he asked doubtfully, raising his eyebrows. A slight breeze ruffled her hair. He affectionately reached out and helped her tuck a lock of hair behind her ear.
Carla let out a slight sigh. He was so gentle to her. She turned to look at the water with her bright eyes. She impulsively grabbed his hand and walked towards the sea. The wind was starting to pick up and the sea was becoming choppy.
"I'm fine because we are able to be together!"
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