First, they took a table in the corner of a small café.
"You might have thought I was too harsh last night. I think I should apologize."
Hearing her sincere words, Miku replied:
"No, I understand everything. I know Yuno has a grudge against me, and if what happened last night helps her deal with it, I don't mind. Besides, she's right. I don't know if I'll ever win back her trust, but even if not, it's a price I'm willing to pay to be close to Ray."
"I'm glad you see it that way, and I can see you regret it. But let me be honest: I'm glad you made that mistake, because if not for it, my daughter wouldn't have been able to experience simple feminine happiness, and I wouldn't be here."
"It's strange, but I'm happy for you, even though I still don't understand how you ended up together. I don't think the old me could share my man," Miku said thoughtfully.
"But you did. Each of us loves Ray for our own reasons. For my daughter, he was the first to show that a man can bring not only pain but also tenderness and a sense of security. For Yuno, he's like a god. I don't know if you know what he did for her, but you were very lucky not to be killed."
"You told me about them, but what about you?" Miku asked with curiosity, listening attentively to her new sister.
"I knew Ray before Lily died. Not just knew — I loved her. I used to play for the other team. When we met, I thought Ray wasn't worthy of her. Next to her, he seemed like Quasimodo next to a swan. I got close to them to take Lily away, but watching their interactions, I quickly realized I had no chance. After Lily was gone, we didn't see each other for many years. And when I saw him again, I thought I should try to make him happy for Lily's sake. But the truth is, this connection was needed by both of us."
"Even though Ray doesn't show it, by letting you back into his soul, he went against his principles. There are several reasons for this. The main one is that the three of us pushed you toward him. The second is that he really was good with you; I think you were able to heal his soul a little. The third is that he's possessive. So I hope you won't repeat your mistake."
"I regretted it all these years. The truth is, I was too young for that relationship, and Ray clearly knew it. I won't betray his trust again."
"That's good. The truth is, even if he doesn't show his resentment, it's still there. When he says he doesn't blame you, I'm sure he really means it. I have no doubt that if he had to jump in front of a car again to save you, he would. But you betrayed his trust. He will take care of you after what happened last night, but honestly, I don't know a way to bring your relationship back to its former level. It could take years, and I'm not sure you'll be able to do it."
"Everything has its price. Ray is the kind of person whose respect is very easy to earn, but if you lose it, it's almost impossible to regain. Even if his attitude toward me is biased, I'm ready for that. I'm just glad he treats Amaya well — that's all I need," Miku said firmly.
"Deya will be leaving to study in a couple of years. I think you should hurry with the child," Kira said.
"I have no problem with that," Miku replied, "but are you sure Ray doesn't mind and you definitely won't have any issues with it?"
"Do you think he doesn't know why we arranged all this? None of us three can give him a child. Even though he's never reproached us, we never even brought up the topic of children, but from his attitude toward your daughter, you should understand that he loves children very much. When you have a child, I, Samantha, and Yuno will love it as our own. So don't worry. I know you've already agreed, but I need to make sure you understand what you're getting into. What I'm about to tell you must stay between us — it's something you need to know."
"Ray, I, Samantha, and Yuno are not the last people among the Devils. Lately, things have been very tense there, so the girls and I have a lot of work. As you understand, it's very dangerous. Recently, they've come after us in earnest. If something happens to me and the girls, you need to be by his side. We've come too far to turn back, but I'm afraid he won't survive another loss. You and your child will become a bright light for him if the worst happens."
Hearing Kira's words, Miku looked around anxiously and said:
"Honestly, I suspected as much, but I wasn't sure. But why are you telling me this here and now?"
"This place is one of ours. Only people connected to us come here. As for why I'm telling you now — I needed to make sure you really love him, and last night I was able to confirm it. The truth is, the Devils have almost played their role, and if everything goes well, the main core of the organization will be able to go underground in a few years. But the final stage will be the hardest. We've cultivated several political groups in different countries. Now our people are actively breaking through to the top of the political Olympus. This will greatly displease the elite groups currently occupying it, so soon all forces will be thrown against us."
After listening to Kira's words, Miku said anxiously:
"I can see you're all happy. Why go so far?"
"I can't tell you Yuno's story, but I can tell you mine and Samantha's. The truth is, officially, Sam and I died in a car accident. But my daughter and I, like many others, were in sexual slavery. I was forced to watch my daughter being raped, unable to do anything. Those who pulled us out of there were the Devils. That's why I'm not only willing to share Ray but also to give my life for him if necessary. During my work for the Devils, I realized one thing: the entire world elite is rotten to the core. This applies not only to politicians — they buy people for their games, do terrible things to them. Among the 'merchandise' are children of both sexes. Learning the truth, many of us were fired up by the idea of putting an end to it. We've lost many on this path. We simply have no right to retreat."
"Can I help somehow?" Miku asked resolutely.
"Before ending up in a wheelchair, Ray often went into the field himself. The feeling of helplessness weighs heavily on him. I think it reminds him of how he lost Lily. You must always be there, become his support. I knew that upon learning the truth, you might want to help, but everyone here does what they can. I don't go into the field either, but I have to send my daughter there. I don't know how I'll survive if she doesn't come back one day. We need you by his side. Your task is to become his psychological support."