IT ENDS WITH US

Alex had mentioned. Lily dressed casually, excited for the outing but still feeling a hint of n

lourful array of fresh produce, artisanal goods, and local crafts. The air was filled with the l

approaching with a couple of friends, Mia among

as he approached. "I'm glad you're

t them, chatting and laughing as they moved from stall to stall. Lily found herself enjoying their company mo

her vendor. Alex's enthusiasm for the market was infectious as he pointed out his f

ed, leading them to a vendor with jars of golden hon

"It's incredible. I never realized how differen

eighbourhood. It was clear that he was well-connected and genuinely cared about the commun

chatted about upcoming local events and shared personal anecdotes. Lily felt a deep

"I've really enjoyed getting to know you," he said. "You seem like someon

x. I've really enjoyed spending time with you and the

glad to hear that. If you ever want to hang out or

e of hope. Alex's kindness and genuine interest were a br

l experience, and the connections she was forming were becoming more meaningful. The promise of

people she was meeting, the more she realised how much she was starting to appreciate this new chapter of her life. And with ea