Zoren and a few of his partners had been working on their startup for several years. Finally, their Pet Haven app was about to launch.
The app allows people to virtually care for and feed cats.
Hayden stood next to Violeta. As he listened to her, he looked down at her and asked, "What are your wishes for the new year?"
Violeta thought for a moment.
Pointing in a direction, she said, "I hope to go to the mountains soon to fulfill my promise."
"A promise?"
"Uh-huh."
"It sounds like you made this wish a long time ago. Which fountain did you go to, and which angel did you pray to?"
"I'm not telling you that."
Violeta smiled.
The reflection of fireworks in her eyes didn't light up her heart.
The wish she made and the promise she hoped to fulfill seemed like impossible dreams in her previous life.
Who would have thought she'd actually achieve it?
"Hayden."
"Hmm?"
"What are your wishes?"
"Me?" Hayden exhaled, "I wish for peace and prosperity for the country, and harmony and success for all families."
Violeta nudged him. "You've been speaking like a politician now, haven't you?"
Hayden smiled gently, looking down at her. He said, "Well, I do have one wish right now, and only you can help me fulfil it."
"Really? Me?"
Violeta lowered her head, wondering what his wish might be.
Hayden wouldn't wish for something strange, right?
Bam!!
Another wave of fireworks ignited nearby.
The dazzling display in the sky interrupted Violeta's train of thought.
"Violeta?"
"Hmm."
Hayden asked, "Will you help me with my wish?"
Violeta paused a little before she answered, "Why not?"
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