The girl explained somberly, "I've undergone chemotherapy multiple times. Now, I can't taste anything at all."

Upon hearing this, the girl's boyfriend's expression dimmed noticeably.

Nicole froze, taken aback by the gravity of the situation. "I'm sorry, I had no idea..."

The girl offered a reassuring smile. "It's okay, Miss. I've been dealing with this for quite some time and have come to terms with it. Once my boyfriend and I get the marriage certificate, we're planning to travel the world. Just thinking about that adventure excites me!"

The girl's boyfriend then interjected with concern, “Just make sure you keep taking your medicine on time. I won't let you go otherwise."

The girl responded with a mix of defiance and humor, “Oh, I never forget to take my medicine."

Her boyfriend objected, “You used to secretly pour it out before."

"That was before. Now I can't taste anything, so I obediently drink it. It makes no difference to me how bitter it is," the girl responded, her tone resolute.

Her boyfriend fell silent, his eyes briefly shadowed with sadness.

The girl playfully declared, "I win. Honey, you lose.”

The girl's spirited demeanor captivated Nicole, who had never encountered someone so persistently positive before.

The couple engaged in a light-hearted conversation, seeming to Nicole like the happiest people on earth, untouched by adversity.

Their joy was contagious until Jarrod intervened. “It's our turn."

This snapped Nicole back to the reality of the situation.

The girl, still smiling, turned to Nicole and Jarrod. "Wish you a happy marriage."

Nicole felt a pang of sadness at this statement, having predicted what might unfold ahead of her and Jarrod. But she kept her thoughts to herself, wishing the girl could retain her blissful ignorance forever.

After a pause, Nicole reached into her bag, pulled out a business card, and handed it to the girl. “If you're planning to travel the world, start with Uchaesau. It's beautiful there. This card is for my former colleague who can show you around."

The girl accepted the card with gratitude. “Thank you, miss."

"It's nothing," Nicole replied warmly.

The process for the marriage registration proceeded smoothly.