#Chapter 321: Good News, Bad News

Nina The brightly lit mall, covered in colorful banners and flashy storefronts, was a stark change from the gentle green and blue hues of Mountainview. It wasn’t a regular occurrence for us to come to the mall, but when we did, it was always fun. I always loved browsing the sale racks, trying on funny hats, and pointing out unique displays. But today, I was just happy to be near Enzo. His hand was warm in mine as we wandered through the mall, surrounded by the buzz of Saturday shoppers. “Let’s check out that store,” I suggested, nodding toward a trendy boutique. “I’ve been wanting to get something new.” Enzo grinned. “As you wish.” The store smelled like vanilla and lavender, with tall racks of clothes neatly organized by color and type. My fingers brushed over soft fabrics, lingering on a few summery outfits. I eventually picked out a few things that caught my eye and headed to the fitting rooms. And yet, as I stood before the mirror in a beautiful