She sent the photo of Alexis to Mark and, after a while, she received a call from him. The night was hushed, and all he whispered was her name.

She responded him.

In that moment, words were unnecessary. Their feelings for each other were understood and Alexis' recovery brought them renewed hope for a future together.

Perhaps they no longer needed to hide their love in secrecy.

Cecilia held her phone close and drifted off to sleep...