39~ Goodbyes and Promises

As Vincenzo's departure date approached, he still had this feeling of staying back but remembering Freya had wanted this too, he knew he had to go. If not for himself, but for her. Before leaving for the airport, he decided to see Freya and say goodbye to her, the girl who had stolen his heart.

It was an emotional challenge he had to face.

As he knocked softly on her door, he couldn't wait to see her face once again. It's more like seeing her face played a role in his life, like a renewed reconstruction has been made in his heart.

Freya wheeled her chair to the door since Myra wasn't with her at the moment. She opened the door with a smile that could light up the darkest of rooms.

Vincenzo's throat tightened with emotion, making it difficult to utter the words he so desperately wanted to say. But he composed himself and looked into her eyes, reassuring her that he would be back soon.

"I promise you, Freya," Vincenzo began, his voice sincere, "I will return as soon as possible. This