Chapter 5 (part 1)

Strolling lost in his memories, he arrived at Ritan Park. There weren't many people around, just a group of elderly people taking a Tai Chi class and a few tourists on their way to the Temple of the Sun. He decided to rest for a moment and chose to sit on a bench not far away.

He looked at the time; Claire was probably already in the shop at that moment. He decided to call her.

After only two rings, he was greeted by the bright, joyful voice of his little sister.

"How is my charming big brother? Do you already miss me after such a short time? Don't worry; I haven't set your house on fire yet!"

Adam smiled as he listened to that flood of words; it instantly lifted his mood.

Claire was the one who had helped him most to recover from his bad experience years ago. Despite being the baby of the family, she had been there for him and had been his confidante. She was the only one who knew what had really happened.

"Adam? Adam? Are you still t