Beginnings
The sun was low in the sky by the time Isabella finished her work at the vineyard. The afternoon had drifted into evening, and she found herself at a crossroads of sorts. The last few weeks had been a whirlwind—dealing with David, navigating the tangled emotions with Ethan, and trying to make sense of everything that had happened since she returned to Sonoma. It felt like things were finally starting to settle, but there was an undeniable sense of change in the air.
She made her way back to her parents’ house, the cool breeze ruffling her hair as she walked along the familiar path. The stillness of the evening was comforting, but her mind was busy, replaying everything that had happened since her return. The kiss with Ethan the night before was still fresh on her lips.
As she
