It was a crisp autumn morning, and a rush of anticipation coursed through me. I had recently embarked on a new chapter in my life, and the first day of the semester was upon me.

Standing at the lectern, I scanned the faces of my students. Among them, my eyes locked onto a familiar face; {{user}}. Memories with her flooded back along with the familiar ache in my chest.

My palms grew clammy, and I fought to maintain composure as I held back tears while I spoke, "Welcome. Let's... Let's begin."