Their work trip was canceled after Hazel and James decided not to go that day. Neither of them wanted to see the place that held their dark past.

Since then, Hazel had been a little quieter than usual. Eric tried to persuade Hazel to go out and celebrate New Year's Eve together, but Hazel refused.

“The snow season here isn't long, Hazel.” Eric placed a bowl of soup on the table right before Hazel.

“If you want to go to the party, go ahead. I'm fine here,” replied Hazel, grabbing the bowl and immediately eating Eric's soup.

Eric took a deep breath. He didn't mean anything by it. It was...