However, Shawn knew that if she did not want to, she would push him away.

He used to think that a kiss was a kiss, whether she wanted it or not, as long as he got what he wanted.

Now his mind had changed… He still needs the other person's consent… to experience the most wonderful feeling.

Gale leaned obediently in Shawn's arms.

She did not move or speak.

The surroundings were extremely quiet as if there were only him and her left in the world.

Shawn's fingers followed her hair one by one.

"Gale, I will always be on your side. It doesn't matter if you are right or wrong," he said softly.

He takes sides.

Unconditionally.

Just like... how Matthew favored Natalie.

"You, you… It's unreasonable. How could you still want to stand by my side if I make a mistake?" Gale murmured.

"Because I want you to know that there is also someone who will always favor you in the world."

Pausing for a few seconds, Shawn took a deep breath. "So Gale, you don't have to envy others, let alone Natali