Aiden Knight's POV
"This place brings back memories," Chloe says softly as we approach Uncle Wang's barbecue stall. Her smile is genuine, carrying none of the tension from our earlier encounters.
I watch her face carefully. "Good ones, I hope."
"The best." She points toward the familiar red plastic chairs. "I used to come here every Tuesday after work. Aunt Zhang always remembered exactly how I liked my skewers."
As we draw closer, I see Aunt Zhang's weathered face light up with recognition. She drops her tongs and rushes around the counter.
"Little Chloe! My dear girl!" The elderly woman's voice trembles with joy. "It's been so long!"
Chloe embraces her warmly. "I've missed you, Aunt Zhang. How have you been?"
"Better now that you're here. And you brought a handsome friend!"
Uncle Wang emerges from behind the grill, his face creased with delight. "The beautiful lady returns! And just in time - we have fresh lamb skewers."
