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Lumi adjusted the strap of her bag as she began the trek up Porthaninkatu. It was that specific time of evening when the Helsinki sky turns a bruised shade of violet, and the streetlights begin to hum with a dim, amber warmth. Before her, the church stood like a silent sentinel of stone, its massive square tower cutting a sharp silhouette against the fading light.

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The climb was over. She turned toward the church, the stone tower now glowing under the floodlights, and felt, for the first time all day, like she was finally home. Expand map Photo Landmarks Neighborhood Lumi adjusted the strap of her bag as