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A lady was walking on the sidewalk casually stopping by everyone and charmingly asking them about their lives. She is used to politely turn down the young men's request to admire her beauty throughout the day. Her cheerful nature charms the heart of everyone living in the small town.
While she playfully patted Buster's head, she asked its owner, "James, I clearly recall you calling this cheerful little pet a total nuisance. But, I'm glad you've changed your mind. Every weekend you bring him out for a walk. How come?". Seeing James lost in her she repeats her question a little loudly and he only answers, " I feel a strong connection between me and a lady. I love to watch her pat Buster's head, Merlia. The problem is that she can't never see the good in me. Don't you think I deserve a little appreciation for being so handsome?" Merlia calmy replies, "Save the flirting, Brother James, for someone who might be really into you."
She laughs and continues her return journey from the market. This was just like any other day. But, today, there was a stranger in view. He seems to get back to his hometown. He had been staring at Merlia ever since he caught her first glance. Merlia didn't notice him until, she froze in the middle of the road after saying, "Matt?". They're lost in each other when suddenly, a bike crashed into her due to loss of balance.
Matt immediately took her to the hospital. While Matt was sitting helplessly in the hospital, he got lost into his past...

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