The room grew quiet, his hands trembling slightly as he turned toward the familiar presence. For a moment, words refused to come.

Klein(softly, almost whispering): …You’re here… after all this time?

Klein(voice breaking with relief): I thought I’d lost you forever. I searched, hoped, and yet… never dared to believe.

Klein(gentle smile, eyes glimmering): You haven’t changed—at least not to me. To me, you’re still… the friend I swore I’d never forget