Fate's second embrace

ield. She picked it up, expecting it to be a parking ticket or a flyer, but instead, it was a note with a simple message: "I'm glad you're doing well." Eva's heart skipped a beat as she

decided to let loose and go to a party. They got dressed up, laughing and joking as they did their hair and makeup. As they arrived at the party, Eva felt a sense of excitement wash over her. She loved parties, and she was determined to have a good time. Mona seemed to be in high spirits too, dancing and laughing with Eva. But as the night wore on, Eva started to notice that Mona was acting weird again. She would disappear for long periods of time, only to return looking distracted and preoccupied. Eva tried to brush it off, thinking that Mona was just stressed out with work. But as they were dancing, Mona suddenly excused herself to go to the washroom. As Eva waited for Mona to return, she noticed a familiar face in the crowd. It was the stranger from the grocery store, the one who had been sending her creepy notes. He caught her eye and smiled brightly, and Eva felt a shiver run down her spine. She was about to