Chapter 20 New Beginnings

• Three months had passed since Natalie left the city, and each day, she felt a little stronger, a little more herself. The coastal town had become her sanctuary, a place where she could heal and rebuild her life. Her days were filled with work at the boutique, and her evenings were spent with new friends who made her feel welcome and valued.
• Natalie had become a familiar face around town, and she enjoyed the sense of community that surrounded her. Mrs. Harper, her elderly neighbor, had become like a grandmother to her. They often spent afternoons together, sharing stories and enjoying tea on the balcony.
• One sunny afternoon, Mrs. Harper invited Natalie over for lunch. The smell of freshly baked bread filled the small apartment, and Natalie felt a warmth in her heart as she entered.