Chapter 42. About Her Past

Mika awakened slowly in her bed, the warm sunlight filtering through her curtains, heralding the start of a new day. She wiped her eyes and stretched her limbs, gradually waking up from her nap. She had a list of items to buy today, and her mind immediately raced with ideas of what needed to be refilled in her kitchen. Groceries were always a tedious yet necessary duty.

Mika glanced at a photograph on the wall as she got out of bed and made her way to the kitchen. It was a flashback to a simpler period when her heart was full of hope and love. The memory pricked her, but she quickly dismissed it, focusing on the day ahead.

Mika left the house after freshening up, carrying her list and a tiny bag. The early breeze stroked her face, energizing her spirit. She couldn't help but feel excited as she strolled towards the grocery store. The world appeared to be alive and teeming with activity, and she was a part of it.

When Mika arrived at the store, she grabbed a cart an