Elio decided to pay Irene a visit after he made the necessary arrangements for Irene and her daughter's departure. "Irene, everything has been arranged, and you'll be going to Italy tomorrow. What do you think? You'll definitely be able to take your mind off things once you're there. After all, that place is rich with awe-inspiring scenery." The moment Elio stepped into the room, he saw Irene lost in her own thoughts. He stood there for a long time, but she paid no attention to him. He wanted to know what she was thinking. "Wow, that was quick. Thank you, Elio. I think Italy is a fine place—I'll have a good life there." Elio's voice startled her out of her thoughts. She thought he had settled matters pretty quickly, and she would also be discharged from the hospital tomorrow. "Irene,

