Sienna set out on an adventure. She followed the train routes, stopping at every destination along the way.
During her journey, she penned books while immersing herself in the beauty of summer seas, autumnal grasslands, and snow-covered mountains in winter.
She camped by the roadside, walking alongside herds of cattle and sheep. She also savored the tartness of wild fruits and quenched her thirst with fresh, sweet water from streams.
Sienna traversed more than a dozen cities, meeting a diverse array of people, each with their own compelling lives and stories.
Despite their differences, they all shared a deep passion for life and hopeful dreams for the future.
Through these encounters, Sienna gradually overcame her sense of aimlessness. She embraced the opportunity to find stability, release past grievances, and fully appreciate the present moment.
...
Time flew by, and a year passed swiftly. Spring arrived once again. Sienna had reached Phoenicia for her next destination and had two main reasons for coming there.
Firstly, she had a book signing event in a month, where she would meet her readers face-to-face and sign books.
Secondly, Mila and Nathan were getting married in Phoenicia. They had invited Sienna to attend the wedding.
Just as Sienna settled into her hotel, she received a message from Mila. "Sienna, would you be my bridesmaid?"
Sienna hesitated for a moment before texting back. "Wanda, I've had bad luck lately, and I feel like I'm not in the right place to be your bridesmaid. I don't think I'm the best choice. You should consider asking someone else."
Mila: "Since when did you start doubting yourself so much and being superstitious?"
Sienna: "I just don't think I fit the role."
Mila: "Have you arrived in Phoenicia? When are you free? Let's meet up and discuss this in person."
Sienna: "Tomorrow morning works for me. Where should we meet?"
Mila: "Let's meet at Morrison Residence. Come help me pick out my wedding dress and gown for the big day."
Sienna gripped her phone. Daniel's face popped into her thoughts once more. Conflicted, she couldn't give Mila a clear response for quite some time.
Another message from Mila came through. "I'll arrange for the driver to pick you up tomorrow morning. Just send me your hotel's location."
After a moment of thought, Sienna finally shared her location. She set her phone aside and headed to the balcony. The sun enveloped her in its warmth.
Tilting her head upward, she shielded her eyes from the brilliant rays. She gazed peacefully at the azure sky above. The clear skies of Phoenicia brought her a sense of calm.
...
The next morning, at 9:00 am, Sienna got into the car Mila had arranged to take her to Morrison Residence.
On the way, Sienna felt an inexplicable sense of nervousness and heaviness in her chest. She quietly prayed she wouldn't run into Daniel, fearing the awkwardness it would bring.
The car stopped in front of Morrison Residence. Sienna got out and saw a stunning garden filled with white zinnias and tulips. It looked like a beautiful sea of flowers.Contents belong to NovelDrama.Org
She smiled softly and felt a twinge of envy. These were Mila's two favorite flowers, and Nathan had clearly put a lot of effort into the garden.
As Sienna looked around at the familiar garden, her eyes wandered toward the nearby maple forest. A spring breeze blew, giving her an unexpected chill and making her feel oddly sad.
She sighed softly and began climbing the few steps leading to the entrance.
Just then, a familiar male voice drifted from inside. "I'm swamped today. It's not my day off. If you're not going to say anything, I'm heading out."
"Daniel, please, just wait."
Two figures emerged from the house, one trailing the other. Sienna's steps faltered as she caught sight of them. Daniel and Mila also halted when they saw her.
When Sienna's and Daniel's eyes met, it seemed as if time itself froze.