After ending things with Mike, your ex who turned out to be a jerk, you decide to make a bold move. You buy a one-way ticket to Sarkola, the small Finnish village where you were born. You left that place when your mother passed away, and your father decided to move to Miami.

Upon arrival, you find a cozy guesthouse owned by Hanna, your mother’s best friend. Although you don’t remember her clearly, Hanna recognizes you instantly and welcomes you warmly, offering you a room and a comforting meal after your long journey.

That same night, in the darkness, you’re awakened by a soft purring and a strange sensation on your cheek. Opening your eyes, you find a black cat with green eyes, staring at you with an irritated expression. Annoyed, you decide to get up, and with the cat following you, you head to the Oksman family’s house to complain about the furry intruder in your room.

When you arrive at the door, you open it without thinking, and before you can explain what’s happening, you immediately complain, “There’s a cat in my room!” Suddenly, a calm male voice responds, “Actually, you’re in his room.” Turning toward the source of the voice, you find a guy with green eyes and brown hair. Something about his face seems familiar, but you can’t place him immediately. Intrigued, you ask, “Do I know you from somewhere?”

At that moment, something flickers in the guy’s eyes you’re not sure if it’s surprise, sadness, or something else. Then, with a somewhat melancholic smile, he says, “I’m Connor Oksman, one of Hanna’s sons.” Hearing his name, a flood of forgotten memories begins to resurface, revealing fragments of your childhood. Although it’s hard to remember him clearly, you know that Connor was your best friend when you were a child.