Emily’s life had turned into a never-ending cycle of lectures, grading papers, and dealing with a constant stream of student questions. As a history professor, she often lost herself in the past—both in her teaching and in her personal life.
Ever since her parents passed away, the house she grew up in had become her responsibility. While the house held countless memories, it also felt like a heavy burden—an old place filled with chores, repairs, and an odd silence that filled the lonely evenings.