Abandoned Moon

**Chapter 1: The Encounter**

The sun was descending on the small town, painting the sky with shades of orange and pink. Emma walked around with her camera around her neck, feeling the excitement of exploring a new place. Her steps led her to a local art gallery, where she stopped to admire an abstract painting that seemed to defy logic.

While watching the work carefully, she heard a male voice next to her. "It's like the artist dropped a pot of paint and then said it was intentional," the man said with an infectious laugh. Emma turned to see sparkling blue eyes and a smile that seemed to light up the room.

"Exactly! That's what I was thinking!" Emma replied with a laugh. The two began a conversation about the painting, exchanging opinions and outlandish theories about what the artist might have been trying to communicate. The conversation flowed as if they had known each other their entire lives, as if they were two accomplices in a mischief.

"By the way, I'm Gabriel," he said, holding out his hand.

"Emma," she replied, shaking his hand excitedly. "Are you an art connoisseur or just a curious observer?"

Gabriel chuckled. "More of a curious observer with a dash of overflowing imagination. I have no idea about art, but I love to invent stories behind the works."

"Me too!" Emma exclaimed. "It's as if the paintings were windows into unknown worlds."

The talk continued and they soon discovered that they shared more than just an appreciation for art. They both loved photography and adventure. Emma mentioned that she was exploring the town over the summer and Gabriel revealed that he owned a small bookstore in the square.

"If you ever need a good book to accompany you on your adventures, you know where to find me," Gabriel said with a mischievous smile.

"I'll definitely stop by," Emma replied knowingly. "Maybe you can recommend something to read by the river."

The days passed and the casual encounters turned into intentional dates. Gabriel took Emma to the most picturesque spots in town, including a hill with breathtaking views and an ice cream parlor that boasted the most eccentric flavors. Together they laughed at the oddities of life and shared wacky stories from their own experiences.

One night, while they were walking through a park, the sky lit up with stars. Gabriel took Emma's hand and looked at her with a sincere expression in his eyes. "Emma, there's something I need to tell you," he began, and she tensed, fearing the worst.

"Since I saw you in that gallery, something changed in me. I can't explain it, but I feel a special connection with you," Gabriel continued, his voice taking on a more serious tone. "But there's also something you need to know. It's not easy to explain, and frankly, it sounds a bit…strange."

Emma frowned, curious and a little worried. "What is it?"

Gabriel sighed and looked at her with a mixture of nervousness and determination. "Emma, during full moon nights, I... Well, I turn into a werewolf."

Emma's jaw dropped, then she let out a surprised laugh. "Wow, that's a revelation! I wasn't expecting that at all!"

Gabriel looked at her in astonishment. "Aren't you scared or something?"

Emma shook her head, still laughing. "No, not at all. But I guess now you should take me with you on your full moon nights, so I can capture that 'wild' side of you with my camera."

They both laughed out loud and hugged each other. At that moment, under the starry cloak, the bond between them was further strengthened. It didn't matter if one was a werewolf or if the other was an inveterate adventurer; what they shared was a genuine love and a sense of complicity that united them in a romance full of humor and magic. And so, under the bright moon, their unusual but extraordinarily beautiful love story began.

**Chapter 2: Abandonment**

Summer in the small town continued with its peculiar charm. Emma and Gabriel explored every corner, enjoying each other's company and creating memories that seemed like something out of a romantic movie. They laughed at the most absurd situations and shared intimate moments while the sun went down behind the hills.

Walking through the local market one afternoon, Gabriel seemed a bit distant. Emma looked at him curiously. "Is something wrong, Gabriel?"

He looked away, scratching the back of his neck. "No, it's nothing. I just…I've been thinking."

Emma frowned. "What are you thinking? Or are you hiding something from me?"

Gabriel looked into her eyes, feeling a mixture of guilt and sadness. "Emma, there's something I need to tell you. Something that's bothering me and…I don't know how to deal with it."

Emma felt a knot in her stomach. "Gabriel, you