While Raelle had managed to reach her husband after all those difficulties, Hyson was going through his own troubles. And just like Hyson, his troubles were also extremely simple.
As Raelle had told him, right after sunset someone did come to take the birds away. Hyson hugged the cage in his arms as he said his goodbye.
"Cotton, don't always steal food from Candy. And Candy, stop yelling at poor Cotton all the time. You guys are a good match. Be happy with each other. Even if I'm not there, I want you both to be happy wherever you are. Love is painful and although it's difficult for me to let you go, I still won't stop you guys from getting your happiness. You deserve that."