Both of us took a few sips before I spoke, my tone calm but thoughtful. "If you get the chance, you should settle your path here in J City. Everyone important to you is here. It's easier when there's a circle that can watch over you when things get difficult."
In our world, distance didn't just mean space. It meant weakening ties, letting bonds fade if they weren't maintained. People came and went, but only a few stayed through everything.
He finished the rest of his drink in one go, as if forcing himself to drown out something inside.
"We'll see," he muttered. "Honestly, I envy what you and Macy have. No matter what happens, neither of you drift apart. Even without family, you still have someone who stands with you."
Macy and I weren't just friends anymore. The connection between us had settled into something deeper, something that felt like chosen family. It was steady, the kind of bond that didn't break easily.
