Felix strode along the roadside, his pace steady, his thoughts adrift amidst the murmur of the city. The midday sun hung bold and unrelenting in the sky, casting long shadows that stretched like silent watchers over the pavement. People passed by in a ceaseless stream, friends deep in conversation, couples strolling hand in hand, parents guiding their little ones through the bustling streets.
As he moved past rows of shops, each adorned with vibrant signs and displays, the rich scent of freshly baked bread, sizzling street food, and perfumes wafted through the air, mingling into a heady concoction of urban life. He was just about to take another turn at a T-junction when something familiar anchored his gaze.
