Olivia changed her clothes in the changing room at the airport beforehand. She put on a thick large cap and a mask. No one would be able to recognize her.

After Ethan's return was made known, the cars that came to pick him up had formed a long line outside.

Before they left the airport, Ethan looked longingly at Olivia. "Liv."

Olivia crossed her arms. "Ethan, we've already made a promise to each other. Are you going back on your word now?"

"No, I just don't want to part with you."

"Your position right now isn't stable enough yet. It's not safe for me to be by your side anyway. The best situation is to not let anyone know of my existence, right?"

Olivia was more decisive than she used to be.

Ethan knew that she was right, but he still felt reluctant to leave her.

"I know. I'm just—"

Olivia suddenly took off her mask. Then, standing on her tiptoes, she planted a kiss on his lips. Ethan reached out, placing his hand on her waist and pulling her in to deepen the kiss.

He had pain