26. Galen

The city unfolded before us, an unknown territory that promised to be a temporary respite, away from the demons and complications we had left behind. We got off the bus in a place yet to be discovered, but that didn't fade the smile on Alex's face. He looked at me with hope, with the expectation of a better future.

"This will be our refuge," Alex expressed with excitement in his voice. The streets stretching out before us were like a blank canvas, ready to be painted with the colors of our new life. He led me through the streets, sharing memories and the stories that each corner of the city had to tell.

As we moved forward, the city revealed itself to be a place full of charm and mystery. Ancient buildings told stories of times past, while parks and squares offered refuge to our renewed hopes. Every step we took echoed with the promise of a different life, far from the persecution and dangers we had faced.