After Ginny departed, Alla found herself momentarily stunned, as if the revelation that Casiano had not only rescued Ricky, but also arranged for his care, was more than she had anticipated.
Detecting her introspection, Ricky put aside his chopsticks gently, his expression a complex tapestry of emotions as he gazed at her.
"Alla, over these past three years, Casiano has undertaken numerous actions in his bid to ensure my survival..."
"He appears to be seeking atonement in this manner, although I remain uncertain for what transgression he feels the need to repent. However, I am acutely aware of his profound love for you."
Ricky's final four words, once articulated, served to rectify the regret of his past silence towards Alla, a balm to an age-old wound.
Exhaling a sigh of relief, he could not resist studying her closely, as if attempting to discern whether, after a separation of three years, she still harbored affection for Casiano.
