Whispers Of The Shadows-The UNKNOWN

Whispers of sunset

Zahra woke up early, despite barely getting three hours of sleep. Today, she had a special reason: the sunrise. A lover of all things colorful, Zahra was always in awe of the sky's transformation at dawn and dusk. The gradual shift from dark blues to warm oranges and pinks captivated her every time. Her hectic schedule rarely allowed her to witness these moments, but when the opportunity arose, she never let it slip away. As the first light touched the horizon, Zahra felt a deep sense of peace, grateful for the chance to embrace the morning's beauty.

After that she got herself ready and freshened up and texted Victor.

"I am going to have breakfast, would you like to come with me?"

Zahra waited for about 15 minutes waiting for his reply but he never replied and giving up, she went to the breakfast hall by herself.

Zahra wore a yellow, flowy dress with light makeup and minimal jewelry, finishing off her look with a pair of comfortable slippers.

She sat in the table and ordered some pancakes with coffee. As she was sipping the coffee she was looking outside. The view of the sea was clear and the water was in a beautiful blue colour with sand glittering for the sunrays. It wasn't too hot that day. Suddenly she sense some movement near her. She looked towards the direction and saw Victor was there. Settling himself in the chair and sat in front of her.

"Oh, you ordered for yourself, I was sleeping I couldn't hear the notification sound." Victor said in his morning heavy tone.

"It's fine Victor and sorry I ordered first." Zahra was feeling bad that why she didn't wait a little longer. She was feeling sincerely sorry.

"It's fine." Victor said and proceed to order his breakfast. He ordered Salad with orange juice.

While having breakfast both of them didn't talk much as Victor doesn't like talking much just after waking up. Soon they finished their meal.

"So, where are we going next Victor? Do you have any plans?" Zahra asked as her eyes were shinning showing she is really excited for the new day.

"Well, I do have a plan Zahra. I thought to take you outside. There is a local shop and it's open today, I heard whatever they sell there are all handmade." Victor had a little smile on his face and a hopeful glint on the eyes.

"Really! Are we going there now?" Zahra was super excited. Her words were fast due to her excitement.

"Yes, my lady. Calm down we are going there only." Victor said in a teasing tone and calmed
her down.

"What are we waiting for then, let's go." Zahra said holding Victor hand in her and was literally pulling him with her.

"Wait, Zahra. I can't go there in this look. I am literally in shorts. Let me change first as it will be sunny outside." Victor said in a light tone.

"Well yeah, then you go I will be here looking around the hotel." Zahra said understanding him and let go of his hand.

"Ok, I am coming in a minute." Victor said while going towards the lift which will take him to his floor.

After Victor went to change his clothes Zahra started walking around. Last night when they came she couldn't see around as they were already tired. Now that she was looking here and there she noticed how beautiful the hotel is. It has vibrant and creative interior design. Colorful murals, unique sculptures, and artistically designed furniture. As she was admiring those soon she came in front of a garden. The hotel has beautiful and well maintained gardens filled with a variety of colorful flowers, lush greenery, and charming pathways. She saw a swing there in a corner. It was a elegant wooden swing, drapped in lush, trailing vines adorned with small bright blossom. Her face lit up with a mix of surprise and joy. Without hesitation she sat on it, her smile grew bigger and she gently began to sway back and forth. The experience was beautiful and magical for her. She remembered her childhood with her cousin playing like this. Zahra came out from her imagination with a voice calling her name.