Jules had not left her apartment in almost two whole months. She stayed inside day after day, feeling more and more trapped, like the walls were closing in on her.
She needed fresh air. She needed to clear her mind. So, she decided to go for a walk. The sun was shining softly, and the breeze was light.
Her feet carried her without much thought as she headed toward a nearby park.
When she reached the garden, Jules felt a small smile appear on her face.
The green trees, colorful flowers, and the quiet sound of birds made her feel peaceful.
As she slowly walked along the garden path, she began to think about her life.
But suddenly, her peace was broken.
She heard a voice, soft but very familiar, calling out her name.
Jules froze. Her heart skipped a beat.
The voice sounded like someone from her past. She slowly turned around. There, standing not far from her, was Maya.
Jules' expression changed immediately.
Fear mixed with anger flashed in her eyes.
