Lost Became Found

Chinese Restaurant

   Aurora woke up, rubbing her eyes and stretching her arms. As she looked around, she noticed that Marko was nowhere to be found. Confused she sat up in bed, wondering where he could have gone. She called out his name, but there was no response. She quickly got out of bed and started searching the hotel room.
   She sighed feeling a mix of disappointment and confusion. Deciding to shake off the feeling, getting clothes to start taking a shower. As the warm water cascaded over her, she let the thoughts of Marko's departure fade away. She quickly got ready for the night, putting on black leather pants with a grey long sleeve shirt paired with black boots. As she stood in front of the mirror, fixing her hair.
   She realized she was hungry, her stomach grumbled. Aurora walked to the boardwalk enjoying the salty breeze and the sound of crashing waves. As she strolled along, she noticed a Chinese restaurant with colorful lanterns hanging outside. The enticing aroma of delicious food wafting through the air, making her stomach growl even louder. Intrigued she decided to step inside and satisfy her hunger with some mouthwatering Chinese cuisine.
   She ordered her favorite dishes and savored each bite, enjoying the flavorful combination of spices and ingredients. After satisfying her hunger, she paid the bill and stepped out onto the boardwalk. The night air was crisp and refreshing as she walked along, taking in the sights and sounds of the bustling boardwalk. The colorful lights, the laughter of children, and the sound of waves crashing against the shore created a lively atmosphere. Aurora felt a sense of contentment as she continued her leisurely stroll enjoying her night at boardwalk, enjoying the lively atmosphere, she noticed a commotion up heard.
   Her curiosity piqued, she approached the scene and saw police officers and body bags being rolled away. A wave of concern washed over her as she wondered what happened, she hesitated for a moment, contemplating whether to inquire further or continue her walk. After leaving the scene, Aurora walked into a nearby comic book store. She was immediately greeted by colorful memorabilia and shelves lined with graphic novels. The atmosphere was buzzing with excitement as fellow comic book enthusiasts perused the aisles lost in their own worlds of imagination.
   Aurora couldn't help but feel a sense of nostalgia as she dipped through the pages of her favorite comics, immersing herself in the captivating stories and vibrant illustrations, it was a welcome escape from the earlier unsettling scene, allowing her to lose herself in the fantastical realm of superhero's and villains. As the sun started to rise, casting a warm glow over the warm boardwalk, Aurora decided it was time to head back to her hotel room. The vibrant colors of the sky painted a breathtaking backdrop as she made her way back, savoring the last moments of tranquility before the city woke up. Opening the door to her room, feeling a sense of exhaustion wash over her. She kicked off her boots and changed into her comfy pajamas, relishing the feeling of soft fabric against her skin. With a contented sigh, she crawled into the cozy bed, pulling the covers up to her chin. The events of the day played in her mind as she closed her eyes, drifting into a peaceful sleep.