30. Friendship

Because she was too used to the warmth she felt in Evan's house, Maya was worried that she would be sad if one day Evan would throw her out once the man loves another woman. After rebirth into an unknown world, Maya didn't know anyone else but the people at Evan's residence and Finola's real family. Maya wanted she could stay friends with Evan even when they divorced. At least that way, her life shouldn't be so lonely. Sometimes she might be able to talk to Evan or Kevin, about some things she would encounter in the outside world.

Maya smiled, as she looked at Evan with sparkling eyes.

"Then promise me that we will remain friends even if we're not together anymore someday. Having friends... That gift is the gift I want the most right now."

For a moment, Evan was completely taken aback when he saw Maya speak with such hope. Maya really doesn't know, that Evan himself reluctant to part with the girl in the near future. The man pursed his lips, as he regained consciousness and turned to p