As the sun began to set over the horizon, casting a warm golden hue across the beach, Marissa strolled along the shore, her blue crinoline swaying gently with each step. She often found solace in these evening walks, a serene escape from the bustling city life that felt increasingly isolating. Today, however, the air held a curious tension, something electric that drew her attention away from the rhythmic waves.
Suddenly, she spotted a young man