Their search seemed to go on forever, with the endless sand under their feet feeling like a map of missed chances. As the sun started to set, turning the sky orange and pink, they headed back, both feeling extremely disappointed. That’s when James spotted it.
As they walked back to their car, James spotted something lying on the ground. Half-buried in the sand near their car was an old, rusted metal detector that immediately sparked a flicker of recognition. “This… This is his!” he exclaimed, picking it up and showing it to Maria, who covered her mouth in surprise. “We have to find him, to return this and thank him,” James said, determination in his voice.