This glass window and a deep distance separated them.

Neither spoke, simply gazing at each other quietly. If only they had another chance, things would never have ended this way.

The night shimmered with the glow of fireworks, while gray smoke hung in the air.

From afar, Alexis saw Leonel mouth, “Happy New Year!"

Tears welled up in Alexis’ eyes. Unable to hold back any longer, she turned away abruptly. Then she drew the curtain shut.