Chapter 5: Resolution
The sun had dipped below the horizon, casting a warm, golden glow over the park. Ethan walked along the winding path, his hands stuffed into the pockets of his worn jeans. The air was filled with the sweet scent of blooming flowers and the distant hum of people enjoying the evening. He had just finished a long day of classes and was looking forward to an evening of music and relaxation.
As he rounded a bend, he noticed a woman sitting alone on a bench, her head bent over a book. There was something about her that caught his attention—a familiarity that made him do a double-take. He rubbed his eyes, thinking he must be seeing things.