C74 You Are Responsible for Beauty

Millard was left feeling somewhat dejected after speaking. He had met Anna's mother in this very place, and it was here that Anna was born. Now, returning to his hometown, he found himself utterly alone. What a failure his life seemed to be!

"Stay here. Anna will visit you often. I've got a job for her in the desert, and you're welcome to join us if you'd like. Or, if you prefer