Chapter 12: The Clock's Edge

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 18:53:55 +0000

The digital clock on her nightstand cast a soft blue glow across the room, reading 11:50 PM. Sana reclined on the plush velvet sofa in her bedroom, her fingers mindlessly scrolling through her phone. The room was bathed in the warm amber light from her bedside lamp, creating dancing shadows on the cream-colored walls. Her eyelids felt heavy, weighted with exhaustion, but she fought against the encroaching sleep. Tonight was special – her son's birthday was approaching at midnight, and she wanted to be the first to wish him.