Threads Of Fate

ion flowed between them, their voices laced with concern. "The city has appointed a new Chief Judge," one of the women remarked, setting down her teacup. Another scoffed. "But he re

the sketch of Evelyn's face. Jeff appeared behind him, arms crossed. "There you go again. Collecting every poster in the city-do you think that'll make her appear before you?" Logan didn't turn. "It's a ritual. A way to confirm that she's still alive. It's like a hobby-collecting them from all over the nation." Jeff scoffed. "And if she's alive, what then?" Logan exhaled slowly. "Then I know I haven't lost her completely Jeff." Jeff shook his head. "Listen, you're not Logan here. You're Peter-the Heavenly Storyteller. Keep your identity safe." Logan smirked. "Right. And you're not Jeff-you're Isaac, the man who dreams of riches.why do I keep forgetting." Before Jeff could respond, a commotion erupted nearby. The townspeople spotted Logan and began shouting. "Get out of here, now," Jeff muttered. Jeff stepped forward, addressing the crowd with a grin. "You'll see the heavenly storyteller properly tomorrow. Today's just a glimpse." Then, he turned and disappeared into the night. At the Market Rose hurried through the bustling streets, pushing past people gathered around a poster. "Excuse me, let me through!" she said. When she finally reached the front, her breath hitched. There, displayed prominently, was an announcement: The Heavenly Storyteller, Peter, is coming to town. Her hands trembled. "Oh my gosh... Am I dreaming?" Before she could process it further, someone grabbed her arm and pulled her away. She turned, ready to protest, but froze when she saw him. "Felix..." she whispered. Madam Sanctuary's only son smirked. "You always run into trouble, don't you?" He pressed a pouch of coins into her hand. Rose shook her head. "I told you not to do this! If your mother finds out, I'll be beaten to death." Felix only chuckled. "Consider it a little help." "What do you mean?" Instead of answering, he formed a small heart with his fingers and winked before vanishing into the crowd. Rose stood there, heart pounding. What just happened? Back at Sarah's House Sarah sat beside th