After they finished eating, Alissa warmly invited Be to see her studio, an invitation Be eagerly epted.


    Ste, her fingers entwined with Be’s, burst out enthusiastically, “You’re in for a treat! Alissa’s studio is overflowing with stunning embroidery pieces.


    I only glimpsed a fraction of them on myst visit.


    I had no idea I’d get to dive back in so soon.


    ”


    Alissa responded with a warm smile, “I appreciate it, Ste.


    You’re always wee here to explore my studio whenever you desire.


    ”


    Inside the studio, the trio was wrapped inughter and spirited conversation.


    Be scanned the room, captivated by itspactness and elegant decor, which resonated perfectly with her taste.


    Alissa proudly disyed each piece, saying, “These are the cherished graduation projects of my students, preserved here as a testament to their skills.


    And this particr piece of embroidery… it has a special ce in my heart.


    It took the most time and thought, reflecting deep personal meaning.


    ”


    As she tenderly stroked the delicately preserved embroidery, a nostalgic smile brightened her face.


    Their exploration eventually brought them to a photograph that drew Ste’s attention.


    It was the same photo she had seen before—a touching image of Alissa with her dear friend, slightly faded with time.


    Alissa turned sharply, gauging Be’s reaction.


    When Be saw the joyful faces in the photograph, she paused, overtaken by a rush of emotions that felt like needles stabbing her mind, bringing an overwhelming difort.


    Ste immediately perceived a distress in Be.


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    wiftly offering her support, she inquired with evident concern, “Are you alright?”


    Her expression was one of worry, mingled with confusion.


    Be kept to herself, offering no reply.


    Alissa, pleasantly surprised by Be’s reaction, pondered over their recent interactions.


    She had long harbored a suspicion that Be might actually be her best friend who had vanished years ago.


    In a bid to confirm her suspicions, she had intentionally brought Be to the studio that day.


    The revtion that unfolded was unexpectedly joyous.


    Although eager to share her discovery, Alissa noticed Be’s apparent unease and chose to contain her excitement.


    She led Be gently to a sofa and poured a ss of water,forting her by saying, “Sit here for a moment.


    Water might help.


    ”


    Time passed, and Be felt better.


    She epted the water gratefully with a “thank you” and after taking a sip, ced the ss down.


    She then pointed to the photograph they had just viewed and questioned, “Is the person in this photo your friend?”N?velDrama.Org holds text ? rights.


    Alissa answered truthfully, “Yes, she’s my best friend.


    She experienced a car ident just like you did, years ago.


    No one has known whether she survived it…”


    Throughout her narration, Alissa’s eyes remained fixed on Be, searching for any flicker of recognition or change.


    Yet, Be’s expression stayed unexpectedly calm, devoid of any prior turmoil.


    A wave of disappointment washed over Alissa as she looked away.