Adrian did not return home immediately. He stayed in Arcland for a full month, going every day to the building of Anya's company. He never went inside; he only stood downstairs, just to catch a distant glimpse of her.
At the same time, he received a court verdict. Livia was sentenced to seven years in prison for charges including intentional harm and incitement to k********g. Her former boyfriend was sentenced to five years as an accomplice.
In prison, Livia repeatedly begged to see Anya one last time. The letter crossed oceans and eventually landed in Adrian's hands. He burned it without hesitation and said calmly, "Don't trouble Anya with this. She doesn't need a late apology."
Later, he heard that Livia had never taken off the swallow-shaped diamond ring. She grew increasingly unstab
