Chapter XXI
Normalcy
KAISER ran his fingers across the strings of the guitar, filling the air with a peaceful melody. His other hand was expertly tapping on the chords. He had his eyes closed, as if he was absorbed into the world of his music. He moved like he knew the guitar really well—heart and soul.
Wendy watched him in silence. Both of them were atop the tree house, which now seemed to be their own territory since no one seemed to know the existence of this haven but the two of them. Though they didn’t admit it verbally, they both knew that they share the same fondness for the place. They both loved the tranquility it offered. Here, they were as if in a world they owned. Here, on the top of this tree, they felt safe. And the music that was filling the air was nothi
