Nicholas finally stood before me; a mixture of emotions played across his face. There was a touch of sadness in his eyes, mingled with genuine delight at our reunion. With a twist of his fingers a basket appeared in his hands, without a word, he extended the basket toward me.
"This is for you." he said, waiting for me to take it.
my breath caught in my throat as I recognized the berries, they are Stardew berries.
My favorite fruit, the one that only grew in the far-off land we had grown up in. Their vibrant colors and enticing aroma conjured memories of my childhood, of shared moments and whispered secrets, memories of their carefree days spent exploring the enchanting forests and sharing laughter under the moonlit sky.
A sense of nostalgia washed over me, mingling with the overwhelming desire to reconnect with the brother I had lost.
But it was not that easy, the wounds in my chest won't suddenly heal with a small gesture like this.