Shadows of the Mind
In the quaint suburb of Willow Creek, Ethan and Michael had been the epitome of friendship since their early school days. Neighbors, classmates, and eventually roommates, their lives were interwoven with the kind of deep-rooted camaraderie that few are fortunate enough to find. Michael, the more reserved of the two, had always leaned on Ethan for support through the ups and downs of life. Ethan, with his unwavering optimism and infectious laughter, was the light in Michael's occasionally dim world, illuminating the darker corners and bringing warmth to the chilliest nights.