Though Theodore might not have noticed the glimmer of joy in his eyes, he remained fixated on the photo, choosing silence as his only response -a tacit admission.

Lilyana couldn't resist sighing.

“It hasn't been in vain that I've toiled on this for nearly two months. Its impact on her is simply stunning. You should have witnessed it firsthand just now. It's even more enchanting than in the photo."

Merely by gazing at the picture, Theodore could envision Ariana in that very moment. A warm smile crept onto his face as he said, “I hope I'LL have the opportunity to see it in person someday."

As he spoke, deftly manipulating Lilyana‘s device, he effortlessly sent the photo to his own phone. With a nonchalant air, he picked up a piece of paper and began inscribing a contact number and address upon it.