Echoes of Yesterday Chapter 1: Maplewood - A Town Stuck in Time The sun rose over the sleepy town of Maplewood, casting a warm glow over the quaint streets and homes. The air was filled with the sweet scent of blooming flowers and the distant chirping of birds. It was a typical summer morning in this small town, where time seemed to stand still. Mia, a bright-eyed and optimistic 14-year-old, stepped