Sarah's breath caught in her throat as she stared at Alex. His presence stirred a whirlwind of emotions within her—fear, hope, and a strange sense of familiarity.


"Why have you been waiting for me?" Sarah asked, her voice barely above a whisper.


Alex's eyes softened. "Because you hold the key to our past, Sarah. Together, we can unlock the secrets that have been hidden for too long."


Ethan tugged at Sarah's sleeve, his eyes wide with curiosity. "Is he a friend, Sarah?"


Sarah nodded slowly, though uncertainty still clouded her mind. "I think so, Ethan. I think he might be able to help us."


Alex extended his hand towards Sarah. "Come with me. There's a place where we can talk safely. It's not far from here."


With a hesitant glance at Ethan, Sarah took Alex's hand. The three of them made their way through the mist, the lighthouse's beam guiding their steps. They arrived at a small, secluded cabin nestled among the trees. Inside, the warmth of a crackling fire greeted them, a stark contrast to the cold, damp air outside.


As they settled in, Alex began to explain. "Years ago, we were part of a group dedicated to uncovering ancient mysteries. But something went wrong. There was an accident, and you lost your memory. I've been searching for you ever since."


Sarah's mind raced as she tried to process Alex's words. "But why can't I remember any of this?"


Alex sighed. "The accident caused a severe trauma. Your mind blocked out the memories to protect you. But now, it's time to face the past and reclaim what was lost."


Ethan, who had been quietly listening, spoke up. "So, we need to find the rest of the group?"


Alex nodded. "Yes. They might have the answers we need. But it won't be easy. There are others who don't want us to uncover the truth."


Determined, Sarah stood up. "Then we have no time to lose. We need to find them and piece together our past."

With a newfound sense of purpose, Sarah, Alex, and Ethan set out on their quest. The journey ahead was uncertain, but Sarah knew that with Alex and Ethan by her side, she had the strength to face whatever challenges lay ahead.