The cold water calmed the racing heart within me as I splashed it on my face. It eased my anxiety, and tiny droplets on my tee-shirt reminded me of a mole on her eye, a charming mark she couldn't see due to her inability to wink. I decided to capture her beauty in a peaceful moment.

After drying off, I faced the mirror, noticing the tiredness around my eyes from sleepless nights. Despite that, I left the bathroom, spotting my cherished six-stringed Pluto on the couch, a gift from Dad last Christmas. The mahogany beauty always brought me joy.

I never let go of it. I carried it around proudly and kept the marks on my fingertips like a soldier showing off battle scars. I smiled as I remembered the time we spent together, practicing and singing the song. The song brought back strong emotions, making me feel nervous and causing me to run to the bathroom. When I returned, I had more stains on my shirt. I sighed deeply, trying to calm my emotions. After everything settled down, I rested on the couch and looked at the old candle chandelier in D’Coasta’s Palace.

I couldn't have asked for a better place to go. The prices on the menu were high, but the atmosphere of the restaurant was perfect for today. During the day, D'Coasta's Palace looked old and empty, with unlit candles...