Homeless man watches
A homeless man watches her from a distance, his sharp eyes narrowing as if trying to place her face. Though ragged in appearance, there’s an alertness to him, a flicker of recognition he doesn’t voice. He studies her intently as she writes in her notebook, curiosity etched into the deep lines of his weathered face. For now, he chooses not to approach. Instead, he pulls his coat tighter around himself, retreating into silence while keeping her in his sights.

Homeless Man Watches
David feels uneasy
At the restaurant, David maneuvered through the whirlwind of dinner service, though a lingering unease weighed on him. Usually, the buzzing energy of the place fueled him, but tonight felt off. Every time the door swung open, his eyes darted up, half-hoping to see Emily walk through. A gnawing sense of regret tugged at his thoughts—a quiet, relentless voice suggesting he’d made a terrible mistake, though he couldn’t quite pinpoint why.

David Feels Uneasy