Shard smiled apologetically, and the woman behind the veil softly asked:
"When you first met me, was I indifferent to everything?"
"Yes, because of the influence of the Heart of Stone."
Later, when she gave that heart to Shard, he merely touched the "Winter Flower" growing on the stone and nearly shed tears.
"Then, do you remember the last question you asked me?"
"Of course, I asked at that time—do you still love Ston Osenfort despite everything at this moment?"
Shard reiterated, and Haila nodded. Their profiles were illuminated by the Nether Moon, and their eyes were both serious. The departing souls flickered with light, turning their backs on them, while the Priest Augustus by the door quietly watched the scene.
"My answer: yes. I hate him, I no longer have a fervent heart, I am indifferent to everything in the world, but I still love him. Mr. Hamilton, whether your heart is cold and empty is irrelevant to whether you love someone."
