Ava watched the outside world through the car window, her stomach in knots and her chest pounding. Picturesque landscapes passed before his eyes, but his mind was too busy with nerves and anxiety.

The bright colors of the villages and wooded areas contrasted with their inner turmoil, turning what could have been a delightful walk into an overwhelming experience.

At her side, Daniel tried to appease her, offering words of encouragement that resonated in Ava's ears like a soothing melody, without