Xavier’s Point of View
I never anticipated this level of gratitude, stemming from the memories of a little girl from years past. It was truly overwhelming to realize the impact I had made. Holding back tears, I was moved by the moment. As I stood there, her mother's sly smile, which reminded me of the wonderful evening we had spent together, left me utterly speechless. It was truly incredible. I found myself completely at a loss for words and felt my face flush with embarrassment. Rei seemed unaware of the effect she had on me.
As I felt the awkward tension lingering, I quietly mumbled, "I should probably go." I knew it would be best to leave before the situation escalated.
Shiloh smiled warmly and gave me a small wave. "It was nice to see you again," she said as I nodded and made my wa
