Morning in the city of Hamburg passed quietly. The cold air slipped through the apartment window, making Sheena pull the blanket up to her chin. After what happened yesterday, her mind had not fully calmed down. She could still feel the warmth of that kiss, and it made her whole body react awkwardly whenever she remembered it.

Sheena sat at the edge of the bed, holding the jade necklace hanging around her neck. She had found it again a few weeks ago while organizing her suitcase. She had never given much thought to the small pendant, but somehow it felt familiar and warm.

“Why am I thinking about this…” she...