Although somewhat absolute, it's not without reason.
Julian Fairchild was heartbroken beyond words, unable to say anything in the moment. He wished he could bear a part of it for her, yet she had been carrying it alone for so many years.
Maeve Lane sensed the man's unspeakable compassion and comforted him, saying, "But now it's almost better. You don't need to worry."
"Moreover, I should thank you. I've never thought I would ever let go. But just now, I was truly grateful it was you."
Maeve Lane leaned her ear close to his heart and said with a smile:
"I love you."
Julian Fairchild was deeply moved.
The world around seemed to fall silent.
After a long while, he heard his own voice, resolutely saying, "I love you too—"
"—I will always love you."
...
The temperature in the south is slightly warmer than the north.
Here is a typical southern small town, with no airports or high-speed rail stations. People usually choose the bus or transfers when traveling long distances.
