Jina had been raised under the old woman's watchful eyes.
She knew her granddaughter too well.
To Jina, this situation seemed to offer a choice, but in reality—
She had no real choice at all.
The only thing she could do was ensure Brown's survival—
And then, give him up.
That was the only decision her granddaughter could make.
As expected, after a brief moment, Jina stood up.
She looked utterly devastated.
"Grandmother… let him go. I… I promise to return with you. From now on…"
Her voice choked up.
Then, she finally forced the words out:
"…From now on, I will never see Brown again."
A smile appeared on the old woman's face.
Yes.
This was the expected outcome.
This was the only choice her granddaughter would make.
Just as she had predicted.
But then, Jina's tone suddenly changed—
"Never see him again… I can't do that!"