"There might come a day when Sephina will face betrayal from those she trusts. She's too arrogant to see things clearly now… But when that day comes, when she's left with nothing but regret, all I ask you is that- don't let her die miserably… She will have no one left. She'll be lonely, having lost everything…"
Natalie's heart ached at his words. She understood perfectly what Albert meant — and she knew that day would inevitably come.
"I'm not asking you to protect her or help her when trouble comes. Let her face the consequences of her actions. I just want… Don't let her die pitiful and alone…"
"I understand, Grandpa," Natalie assured him softly, holding his hand tighter. "I will do what you ask."
Albert smiled faintly as he added, "She wasn't always like this… My mistakes, my choices, and so many things turned her into who she is now. She wasn't a bad woman…"
"I know, Grandpa. You can rest assured," Natalie whispered, her voice thick with emotion.
