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Chapter 2, 'A Helping Hand'
She made her way back to her office while ignoring the lingering stares until she could hide away.
Sarah closed her door behind her. She leaned against it briefly Taking deep breaths. Her desk had become sanctuary she'd use to hide while taking time off. She collapsed onto the chair spinning around to stare blank-facedly outside. How humiliating was it? It would be some time before she could face anyone. She had done something so out of character.
Her phone rang interrupting her self-pity. She picked it up hesitantly. "What?" She snapped irritated.
“Sarah? Is everything okay?” Sarah felt a wave of relief wash over as she recognised her best friend Emily's voice.
Emily worked on the other side of town. They met up almost every evening since they both had moved across Europe to chase their careers.
When Sarah went over the day’s embarrassing event she let out an uncontrollable laugh.
There was silence which lasted at least three seconds before Emily’s voice came through softly, "Do come join us tonight? The whole team will be gathered together."
Although Sarah initially wanted nothing more than to curl into her covers and pretend this day never happened and ignore those mockery looks, She thought about her promise towards the task ahead in helping the marketing efforts for an international project
Sarah agreed "I’ll meet you all there," Sarah said after taking another deep breath.
She spent few moments gathering herself before heading out, feeling somewhat restored by Emily’s comforting words. Sarah felt ready to face the world again but still nervous How was she going to hold her head up after this embarrassing incident?
Sadness took over quickly She decided it would be best if she could find some support during these tough times.
Chapter 3, 'Strength Through Uncertainty'
The bar was already buzzing with conversation and laughter as Sarah pushed through the doors. She spotted Emily waving at her from across the room and made her way towards her friend. The other colleagues were scattered throughout the bar—some talking loudly, others more reserved—and there seemed to be an underlying sense of shared relief that this meeting was finally being held
Sarah could not hide her eyes any longer but it would have taken courage.
“Hey,” Emily said softly, wrapping Sarah in a comforting hug. "Let us get something to drink," Emily gave Sarah and herself an excuse while walking towards a less crowded corner Sarah ordered wine
“Thanks again,” Sarah murmured, taking her wine glass.
“How do I get through today?” Emily replied "I was thinking about how far we have come." Sarah wanted to change her mood
There were several people standing around them but their conversation was too private.
She took another sip before glancing back "Did anyone see me fall? Emily responded quickly "No one saw. The crowd was there."
Sarah wanted Emily to talk about it because if she didn't get over this moment. But she knew how quickly things would be forgotten.
So while chatting with everyone at the bar Sarah began to feel calmer.
Suddenly all attention turned towards Sarah . She had felt self-conscious initially but could not ignore her colleagues
The meeting started promptly.
“I think we have an innovative marketing strategy here,” Sarah addressed the group while standing up on a chair. "We need something bold, something eye-catching." "I want our campaigns to leave a lasting impression—like ourself did today"
Many agreed quietly including their boss who smiled softly before responding:
"Go ahead" He encouraged with eyes glimmering.
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Unexpected Meeting
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Chapter One, Continuation: Uncomfortable Revelations:
Sarah, visibly uncomfortable in Wilson's company, tried to act natural. However, Wilson's dark brown eyebrows narrowed with concern at Emma’s arrival and Sarah nervously fiddles with the ends of her hair.
Suddenly Sarah’s phone buzzed. Breaking free from Wilson's gaze she picked it up.
When she read the name on the screen, worry lines appeared on Sarah's brow and she let go of the end of her hair suddenly.
She knew something was wrong immediately upon reading the message. It had been too quiet today, which meant that whoever sent it would come hunting eventually.
Her grip tightened around her phone, knuckles turning white. How did they find her?
Meanwhile, Josh emerged from his hiding spot. Walking cautiously past Wilson and Sarah he made his way towards Emma.
A pang of guilt hit him hard as what happened earlier came flooding back to mind. Why was he so scared? What were those feelings?
When he moved closer, Wilson’s eyes were locked on his figure.
Josh tried forcing himself into an easy smile but could not shake off the discomfort he saw coming up from Emma’s look towards Sarah and finally back at Josh.
“I guess it makes sense,” Josh heard Wilson muttering under breath right before Wilson followed him again looking straight through.
“It sure does," muttered Wilson after some seconds. Josh felt Wilson's gaze weighing down and wanted nothing more than an escape.
Emma and Wilson didn’t seem any wiser about how serious Sarah’s problems had become.
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Sarah's chest heaved from her recent ascent up the winding hillroad leading away from Kyoto. Her lungs burned, and she breathed heavily after running from the quiet, serene Sakura tree-lined street to the bustling alleyway teeming life. The familiar hum of excitement, curiosity, and energy that flowed down the alleyways seemed to reach out its hands to welcome Sarah back home. She felt a sense of familiarity wash over her; the narrow cobbled path had been walked countless times throughout her short adventurous life. With every moment she spent there, Sarah was reminded of why she loved travelling so much. Whether it was immersing herself entirely without a safety net, embracing the newness brought along with each experience, or simply losing sight of herself in unfamiliarity—the journey would never get stale.
The city’s vibrant energy pulsed around Sarah, enveloping her senses completely. Towering buildings cast intricate shadows that danced across lively market stalls where voices mingled seamlessly; some loud enough to carry far beyond their intended destination whilst others murmured soft whispers shared among friends or curious strangers alike. A burst of colour greeted her eyes from handpicked flowers blooming bright amidst greenery nestled beside artworks created lovingly with meticulous care.
A sudden rustling sound caught Sarah's attention. Whirling round eagerly prepared for whatever she assumed might come flying towards her, instead she found Camille—a trusted friend known for her unwavering resilience against danger despite appearances suggesting otherwise—standing casually in front of Emma. Camille held onto two warm cups of green tea steaming gently atop trays crafted intricately with traditional Japanese patterns adorning them beautifully. Camille looked slightly disheveled but incredibly pleased seeing someone so familiar returning again after leaving seemingly suddenly on urgent matters previously.
"Are those…"? Sarah started cautiously edging closer slowly then quickly moved towards greeting enthusiastically before grabbing one tea cup immediately relishing warmth it offered during chilly evening hours outside.
“What happened? It has been so long since we've last seen eye-to-eye!”, asked Camille raising eyebrow suspiciously waiting attentively for further explanation regarding absence noticed lately whenever trying communication earlier missed due to schedule conflicts either party experienced recently.
Camile tilted back smiling mischievously whilst shaking head “Ah..we’ll talk later tonight dear!”
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