Romeo #151

In "It Must Be the Moonlight," Anthony, newly recovered from a duel and thrilled by news of passing his exams and securing a doctor’s position, seeks to share his joy with Lucille. But when he arrives with camellias to celebrate, he finds her house empty—only a quiet absence remains, leaving his hopes and her fate hanging in the uncertain light of moonlit uncertainty. A poignant moment in a story defined by quiet longing and fleeting chances, this issue stands out for its emotional restraint and the subtle power of what’s left unsaid.