For a brief moment, Stan almost forgot how complicated the world had become.
He looked at Camilla as she continued studying the board, completely absorbed in the game. The sight brought a quiet sense of satisfaction to his mind.
He could simply sit down and enjoy the company of someone he cared about.
The thought lingered for only a few seconds.
Then his phone suddenly rang.
The sharp sound cut through the quiet atmosphere of the room, instantly drawing Stan's attention away from the chessboard.
Camilla also lifted her head.
Both of them looked toward the phone.
Stan's relaxed expression gradually disappeared as he stared at the device, wondering who could possibly be calling him at a time like this.
Whatever it was, it had interrupted one of the few peaceful moments he had managed to enjoy in a long time.
