Chapter 1: Returning Home
The glimpses of her small hometown made Elena's heart beat with excitement. The rolling hills and quiet streets felt like a lifetime ago. It had been almost a decade since she left for the city in pursuit of her career and left behind the life she once knew, which also included Nathan, her first love.
She tried to push the flood of memories away with every mile that passed. But the truth was, coming back felt unavoidable now. Her aunt was sick, and her family came first. Elena had never thought that one day coming back would bring her face-to-face with Nathan.
Driving through the streets, her mind replayed the bitter argument that had torn them apart, which she had buried deep inside her over the years. Elena had left for her dreams, leaving him behind, promising to return. But life had changed; she had changed.
Elena breathed a sigh of relief as she finally reached her aunt's house. Handling all the family drama, let alone seeing somebody from her past, was going to be tough enough. But the moment she stepped inside, she knew she had to face what awaited her. At this point, she has no choice but to face it.