A photo Daniel had posted the night before.
At first glance, it was harmless. Ordinary. Almost boring.
Emma paused.
She couldn’t explain why.
There was nothing obvious. Nothing alarming.
And yet, a familiar knot tightened in her chest.
The Moment Everything Shifted
She tapped the photo.
Then she zoomed in.
That single motion changed everything.
Reflected faintly in the café window behind Daniel was another figure.
The reflection was subtle but clear. Long hair falling over one shoulder. A bracelet catching the light. Close enough to be seated at the same table.
Daniel was not alone.
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