The Longing Woman Standing at The Bus Stop

This is to explore Jeremy Mann (a painter with moody vibe) as inspired by @Shadowin

The rain drummed a lonely rhythm on the bus shelter, mirroring the ache in her chest. But she stayed, drawn by the warm glow of the bakery across the street. There, behind the counter, he was laughing, flour-dusted, happy.

It was the laughter she used to know, that she missed like a sunshine. A pang of longing twisted her, but then she forced a smile. Seeing him happy, even if it wasn't with her, warmed her from the inside out. Maybe letting go wasn't about forgetting, but learning to appreciate the light he still held, even from afar.

The bus rumbled up, a beacon of escape. But she didn't board. Instead, she turned, the rain a cool wash on her face, and walked on. The rain may have been falling, but for her, it was a cleansing, a new beginning.

Other artists mixed in this are:

• Zhang Jingna, a photographer (model)
• Kinuko Y. Craft, a fantasy character designer
• WLOP, a digital illustrator