MadisonWe strolled leisurely, stopping occasionally to watch street performers: a mime creating impossible shapes with his body, a string quartet playing classical renditions of pop songs, and a magician performing card tricks that defied explanation. "Wait here," Alexander said suddenly, disappearing into a shop before I could respond. I leaned against a column, watching the bustling crowd. Tourists mingled with locals, everyone seemingly caught up in the energy of the place. A few minutes later, Alexander returned with a small bag. "What's that?" I asked suspiciously. "A souvenir." He handed me the bag. "Open it." Inside was a delicate silver bracelet with a small charm in the shape of the London Eye. "Alexander, you didn't have to—" "I wanted to," he interrupted. "Something to remember today by." I held out my wrist, and he fastened the bracelet with careful fingers. The metal was cool against my skin, the charm catching the light as it dangled. "Thank you," I said softly
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