An Unforeseen Misstep

Margarita reminisces about the moment they parted ways; Kristin, unfazed by her friend’s reluctance, ventured solo to the party. Margarita believes her independence propelled her into mingling with an unfamiliar crowd that fateful night.

Kristin persistently invited Margarita to join her, but after repeated refusals, she ventured out alone. As they parted, Margarita cautioned her to be safe—a warning whose significance would only be realized in time.