Darkness looms

The evening settles around us, the encroaching darkness painted with the soft hues of twilight. The Adirondacks, once a backdrop to our revelations, now offer a sanctuary for budding connections and newfound romance.

Gerard and Sarah, drawn together by an invisible force, find solace in each other’s company, while Anya and Piolo’s bond deepens with each passing moment.

Beside me, Liam’s hand finds mine, a silent reassurance that we’re in this together. It’s a comfort, a lifeline in the midst of uncertainty. The weight of our shared fears becomes somehow lighter when borne by two.

“Gerard offers to paint my car,” Sarah giggles. “I wonder how pretty it would look.”

“Yeah… you should visit the treehouse and see the work we do there,” Piolo says. “Gerard creates the best masterpieces.”