"No need to see me off, you have my number. We'll get in touch if there's anything."
At the airport entrance, Carson Flores turned to look at Lilly Compton and smiled as he said goodbye.
Lilly bit her lip, having a torrent of words in her throat that she found herself unable to voice. Hesitating for a moment, she stepped forward and extended her arms towards Carson.
Carson was startled for a second, but then he chuckled and embraced Lilly with open arms, patting her on the back.
"Cultivate well."
A straightforward hug, yet Lilly felt a surge of deep emotion and joy. She even felt the urge to kiss Carson, but ultimately, she refrained.
Shyness was one reason, but more than that, she feared ruining this frank and beautiful moment.
"Okay!"
Carson released Lilly and, with a hearty laugh, turned and entered the passageway.
Watching Carson's retreating figure, Lilly's gaze became misty.
There should be another chance to meet, right?
