I will love you from afar

Chapter 6

Sam arrived at the interview venue, her schedule packed as usual. The buzz of the crowd and the hum of conversation filled the room. As she walked in, she was ushered to her seat by the interviewer.

"Please, take a seat, Sam. We'll be starting shortly," the interviewer said, gesturing to one of the chairs.

Sam settled into her chair, adjusting her outfit and preparing herself for the interview. She glanced around, mentally preparing for the questions and the usual spotlight.

Meanwhile, Alex arrived at the venue, her nerves fluttering with excitement and apprehension. This interview was an important step for her, a chance to share her work and reconnect with her past. As she took her place in the adjacent chair, she gave a friendly smile to the viewers and the people around her.

The interviewer walked to the center of the stage, microphone in hand. "Ladies and gentlemen, thank you for joining us today. We have a very special treat for you. Please welcome the international best-selling author, Ms. Alexandra Lee!"

At the mention of her name, Sam's attention was drawn to the side. She turned to see Alex sitting beside her. For a moment, she didn't register the significance of the name. Her mind was too busy processing the formalities of the interview.

As the applause died down, Sam turned her gaze towards Alex, her expression one of polite curiosity. Alex, on the other hand, felt her heart race as she looked at Sam, who still didn't seem to recognize her.

"Hello, Sam," Alex said softly, trying to gauge her reaction.

Sam looked at Alex with a friendly but slightly puzzled smile. "Hi. It's nice to meet you."

Alex's heart sank slightly, but she kept her composure. "It's great to meet you too. I'm excited about today."

The interviewer began the session, directing questions to both Sam and Alex. As they spoke, the conversation flowed smoothly, but Alex could feel the tension of waiting for a moment when Sam might remember who she was.

Throughout the interview, Alex tried to stay composed, hoping that the moment of recognition would come, while Sam continued to engage with her new acquaintance, completely unaware of the deep personal connection they shared.

As the interview progressed, Sam's gaze occasionally wandered over to Alex, who was seated next to her. Amidst the formal questions and answers, something caught Sam's eye—a glint of metal and a familiar symbol on Alex's wrist.

It was a bracelet with a half-moon charm, identical to the one Sam had worn as a child. Sam's thoughts momentarily drifted as she wondered why it looked so familiar. *Could it be a common design nowadays?* she mused, trying to recall if she had seen something similar before.

Her curiosity grew, and she couldn't help but steal occasional glances at the bracelet. It was unusual enough that it seemed like more than just a coincidence. Sam's mind raced through her memories, trying to place where she had seen something so similar.

Despite the buzzing energy of the interview and the need to stay focused, the bracelet persisted in her thoughts. A nagging feeling in the back of her mind urged her to delve deeper into the connection between the bracelet and her own past, but the interview continued, keeping her attention divided.

The interviewer turned to Alex with a warm smile. "Alexandra, many of our viewers are curious about your journey. Could you tell us how you started writing and what inspired you to become an author?"

Alex took a deep breath, feeling the familiar rush of nerves and excitement. "Of course," she began, her voice steady. "My journey into writing started at a young age. I've always been an avid reader, and I found that writing was a way for me to explore my own stories and experiences.