Ella hurriedly ran out of the theater.
As the shimmer faded, the figures of two people appeared in that spot.
Distinctive personas in translucent forms with unique attire.
They were typical residents of this place.
Ella noticed that the light emanating from the two people's skin was similar to her own.
The faces shimmering beyond the illusion were undoubtedly those of people she knew.
Just as Ella was about to call out their names, one of them approached her briskly.
She seemed to be holding back tears as she contorted her expression.
She paused for a moment upon facing her counterpart and then pulled her into a tight embrace.
"Hey, damn, you're alive… I'm relieved."
Karen muttered, burying her head in Ella's shoulder.
Momentarily taken aback by the sudden hug, Ella chuckled and patted her back.
Still as adorable as ever, Karen.
"Did you go through a lot?"