In this passage from Unfangled, the protagonist takes a rare moment to pause amidst the chaos:
“The stream whispered softly, a melody of water over stone that seemed to drown out the noise of Riley’s thoughts. They crouched at the edge, letting their fingers trace the cool surface, the ripples distorting the reflection of a face they barely recognized anymore.
This was once my world, they thought, gazing at the patch of wildflowers bending under a gentle breeze. Days without clocks. Nights without the glow of screens. A time when connection meant laughter shared across a fire, not a signal sent across wires.
A pang of longing welled up, sharp and bittersweet. Somewhere along the way, they had traded simplicity for speed, meaning for efficiency. But as the stream continued its endless journey, Riley felt something shift—a quiet resolve to rediscover what had been lost.”
This evocative excerpt reveals the heart of the story, weaving themes of loss and hope. Don’t miss this glimpse into Riley’s transformative journey.
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