Chapter 242

Conrad finished reading the news, then looked over at Calliope. Her profile was tense, like a piece of glass about to shatter with the slightest touch. He didn't say anything, just stayed quiet, eyes steady on her. Only when the storm in her eyes began to calm did he open his mouth. His voice was low and calm, like something that could anchor a restless heart. "Life's like rowing down a long river-you'll pass countless people along the way. Some drift with you, some go against the current, and some just splash you as they pass." "So don't get caught up in which way the tide flows. Just remember, the ones truly in sync with you-even if only for a moment-those are the waves worth remembering." Calliope lifted her gaze from her phone, staring at him, surprised. There was something about his sharply defined features-right now they carried a clarity, like he could see straight through the mess of life. For a split second, she was reminded of that enigmatic old lady back in the care home. Th