Two years ago, my husband and I left the city to take over his family’s business in his hometown. Life had been quiet, until one day he received a message from Kanna, his former boss, whom he had always admired. I barely knew her beyond attending her wedding, but she warmly invited us to stay at her home for a few days. My husband was thrilled—concerts, golf, and outings that were impossible in the countryside. I too felt excited about going out again, about reconnecting with a part of myself I had left behind…