Chapter 62: Resurfacing Memories

Satisfied sighs mingled with the clatter of chopsticks as Mariana and Daphne pushed their plates away. "That was incredible, Daphne," Mariana said, wiping her mouth with a napkin. "The salmon teriyaki was divine." Daphne chuckled, dabbing at a stray sesame seed on her cheek. "Absolutely! I knew you wouldn't be disappointed. Now, let's see about this amazing apartment you deserve." Mariana reached for her purse, and brought out her card. With a satisfied nod, she paid the bill and they headed back to her car. The drive to the apartment complex was filled with Daphne's enthusiastic chatter about upcoming auditions and the latest industry gossip. Mariana listened intently, soaking it all in and occasionally offering her own thoughts. As they pulled into the complex's neighbourhood, a peculiar sensation washed over Mariana. Something about the landscape triggered a sense of disquiet in her gut. "Huh," she murmured, leaning forward in her seat. "This place seems… familiar s