As I made my way toward the main gate, a sudden shout echoed through the air, catching my attention. Turning around, I saw a figure running towards me. It was a woman, her breath coming out in ragged gasps as she closed the distance between us. Lines of weariness and laughter etched deep wrinkles around the corners of her eyes, which crinkled with a genuine smile as she finally reached me.
"Hey, Arthur!" she called out, her voice tinged with a mix of exhaustion and excitement. Pausing to catch her breath, she leaned forward, cupping her hands on her knees. Her chest rose and fell rapidly as she fought to regain her composure. After a moment, she straightened up, her breath still coming in short bursts, but a determined spark gleamed in her eyes.
Curiosity piqued, I greeted her with a concerned tone. "Hi. What happened?"
With a nod and a faint grin, she replied, "Are you heading home?"
