Synopsis

Millaion, nearing death, reflects on his limited time and confesses his love to Karina, who dismisses it as sympathy. Millaion clarifies his feelings are genuine but acknowledges her pity might be part of it. He ultimately reveals the pain of his illness is tied to his heart, indicating the severity of his condition. He urges Karina to drop the pretense of being okay and allow herself to cry and express her true emotions while asking her to stay by his side. The chapter ends with a powerful message that it's okay to not be okay.