RAGE

Troy's hiking group wandered through the trails, but he felt a sense of liberation, unencumbered by the shades that usually dimmed his view. The vibrant colors of nature unfolded before him, untainted by the dark lens. He recalled the vivid descriptions in books he'd read, marveling at how authors captured the essence of the world. The morning light danced across the landscape, just as he'd imagined.

As he reveled in the beauty, a sudden thump in his chest startled him. He brushed it off, but the sensation returned, louder and more insistent. His breath caught, and he felt like he was suffocating. Cherry's face flashed in his mind, and he dropped his bag, sprinting towards the lake. His instructor's voice called out, "Troy, you can't leave the group!" but he ignored the warning.