Chapter 16

Three years passed. Ruby stood before the large floor-to-ceiling window in the airport, looking out at the familiar scenery of Greendale. Complex emotions flashed in her eyes. She was wearing a simple trench coat, a hat, and a mask that covered most of her face. Over the last three years, she traveled worldwide, capturing countless breathtaking photographs that have made her a promising photographer. However, she never forgot her home. This time, she had returned because she had learned of Patty's passing. Not long ago, she had received a video from Patty. She didn't know how Patty had found her, but the old lady's face was kind, and her voice gentle. "Ruby, I support all your decisions. I don't have long, so I wanted to talk to you before I die. Over the last few years, they have been searching for you frantically, but every time they got close, I made sure that their efforts were in vain. "I know you don't want to see them, so I made sure that you won't. Live your life well."