"Aron, did you know that nothing in this world is truly free?" Vanessa asked with a playful smile. "I choose to believe you. Even if your words turn out to be a lie, I'll still believe them. But... what can you offer me in return?"
Arthur was momentarily taken aback, then let out a quiet chuckle. He leaned back, resting his arm on the sofa's armrest and crossing his legs.
"Of course I know," he replied calmly. "That said, I'll give you one chance to ask for anything. As long as it's reasonable, I'll try to make it happen."
What Vanessa said was an undeniable truth in this world—no, even in other worlds, that principle holds firm.
Whether it's your parents, your children, your siblings, or even the ones you love most, everyone expects something in return for what they give.
Sure, the desired return may differ from person to person. Sometimes, what they want might not even match the value of what they've offered.
