Chapter 5
Chapter 5: Trouble at the Market
Ed, Layia, and Sofia enjoy their peaceful meal at the inn, but the quiet is soon broken by shouts from the town square. Angel Solis, Ed's guiding spirit, watches invisibly as trouble brews—a cart has overturned, and young children are in harm's way. Ed quickly steps in to help, showing kindness and bravery, while Layia rushes to help as well. Joshua, Catherine's former husband, stirs up trouble by blaming Ed for the chaos, but Ed defuses the situation with calm words. The chapter ends with the town grateful for Ed's help, while Angel Solis watches with pride, knowing Ed is one step closer to embracing his past and his new home.
It was nearly dusk when the soft clatter of spoons and gentle laughter in Catherine’s inn was interrupted by a sudden, distant shout.
Layia paused, her bread halfway to her mouth. “Did you hear that?” she whispered, eyes wide. Even Sofia looked up, her shy smile fading.
Ed’s big hand stilled on his bowl. He heard it too—a rising commotion outside, like the sound of trouble blooming in the warm, golden air. Above the table, only Ed could see the shimmer of a figure near the ceiling, almost like sunlight shaped into a person. Angel Solis hovered silently, watching with gentle concern, her glimmering form invisible to everyone but Ed.
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