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Olivia is a clinic counselor, whose expertise lies in handling love. Every day in the clinic, she guides those who are lost in the complex world of love. Her office is filled with the stories of the broken - hearted, the confused, and the hopeful.
As a counselor, her days are filled with a diverse of people. There are young lovers who have just experienced their first heartbreak, middle - aged couples on the verge of divorce, and even the elderly reminiscing about lost loves. Each person brings with them a unique set of problems and emotions, and Olivia has to deal with great care and sensitivity.
However, this job is far from easy. overtime work. demand for her services is so high that she often finds herself staying long after the normal working hours, listening to the woes of her clients.
Olivia initially thought this job was a scam too. After applying for this job on a recruitment website and receiving the offer, she came to the company and found that it was a small company converted from an abandoned apartment building. Working there made her quite uneasy. It wasn't until she got her first month's salary that she relaxed. Now, after working continuously for a year, the company said they would give them annual leave and even arrange a trip. She still felt quite surprised, but she went with everyone there.
Since they were going to stay in tents in the mountainous area, Olivia carried a backpack with essential things in it.
People gathered at the entrance of the company. On the day of the gathering, everyone was arranged to take a chartered plane to the tourist destination. On the plane, everyone was chattering excitedly. Olivia put on an eye mask and had a good sleep. By the time she woke up, they had already arrived at the tourist place.
They painstakingly set up the tents in this desolate place, yet an overwhelming sense of unease gripped them tightly. The night wind howled with a ferocity that seemed almost otherworldly. It was particularly strong,mercilessly battering the tents. The flimsy structures swayed violently from side to side, the fabric straining against the ropes as if trying to break free. The gusts grew even more powerful, and with a series of sharp cracks, the tents were knocked down one by one, leaving them exposed to the harsh elements.
Finally, everyone suggested seeking refuge in a nearby small inn. That inn had clearly seen better days. It was a wooden - house inn, its structure showing signs of wear and tear. With more than 40 rooms, it had once been a bustling place, but now it seemed to hold a certain gloom within its walls. The wooden panels were weathered, and the paint had long since peeled off in many places. However, despite its somewhat forbidding appearance, it was large enough to accommodate their entire group.
Olivia's room was located at the far end of the corridor on the second floor. finally reached her destination.she began to move all her belongings inside. The room was simple, with a bed, a small table, and a chair. But to her, at that moment, it was not really bad. When she had finally placed all her things in their proper places, she sank onto the bed. She could finally relax well, her body and mind finding solace in this temporary shelter. After all, they had endured a long and arduous journey on foot, and this was the only inn within reach, a welcome respite from the chaos of the night.
Opening the creaky window with a gentle push, a magnificent yet somewhat eerie sight unfolded before her eyes. In the distance, majestic mountains towered over the land, their peaks hidden among the low - hanging clouds. Surrounding them were vast woods that seemed to stretch on endlessly. The trees were not only tall, reaching up towards the sky like giant guardians, but also thick, their branches intertwined so closely that it was almost impossible to see through.
Just as she was about to pull the window shut, her eyes caught a sudden movement. A figure, swift and shadowy, slid past in the corner of her vision. It was so unexpected and fleeting that for a moment, she froze in shock. Her mind raced with wild thoughts. 'Was I might either dreaming or had I actually seen a ghost?’ The idea of the supernatural seemed all too plausible in this desolate and mysterious place.
At this very moment, Simona, the girl who was to share the room with her, walked in with her luggage in tow. Her expression was rather downcast, betraying a certain gloom within. She had just stepped outside the door for a cigarette, and now as she entered, her hair cascaded casually over her shoulders. With a faint smile, she greeted Olivia.
"Don't you feel like going for a stroll? Out there, at the public camping site, they've set up barbecue stands. The tantalizing aroma of roasting meat fills the air. And, there's steaming hot coffee waiting to warm you up, too."
“However, you should be cautious. It's rumored that there are frequently some large dogs prowling around in the mountain forests here.”
Olivia inquired of her, “Are you afraid of dogs?”
she responded, “Yes. When I was a child, I witnessed my friend being bitten to death by a dog.”
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