A few days after the engagement party.
Celine walked down the street after parking her car a short distance away, heading toward the quiet restaurant she and Natalia often frequented.
She had asked Natalia out that day because she had barely seen her since the engagement party.
That night, Natalia had vanished without a word. Even after the celebration ended, Celine had not caught another glimpse of her.
Later that evening, Celine had tried calling, but Natalia did not answer. Instead, she sent a text apologizing, saying she had suddenly felt unwell and did not want to disturb the party.
Celine had immediately asked if she was alright, but Natalia kept insisting she would be fine, so Celine reluctantly gave her space, though the worry had never left her mind.
Now several days had passed.
