Chapter 18: Strawberry and Chocolate.
The day was winding down, and Cielle, still in high spirits from her solo adventures, strolled along with her bag of small treasures swinging lightly by her side. Her steps were slower now, a sense of calm settling in her chest after a day spent reclaiming a little piece of herself.
The sky above was painted in soft hues of orange and pink, the last rays of sunlight spilling over the cobblestone streets.
The street lights flickered to life, casting a warm amber glow over the bustling city streets. The chatter of vendors winding down for the evening mixed with the occasional honk of a car. The air was thick with the smell of sizzling street food, sweet pastries, and the faint metallic tang of the cool evening breeze.
Cielle stepped up to a small ic
