The steam from the natural hot spring rose in thick plumes, obscuring much of the surrounding rock formations. Hana, wrapped tightly in a large bath towel that barely contained her generous curves, dipped a tentative foot into the warm, mineral-rich water. Her shoulders were hunched, a silent attempt to make herself smaller, less noticeable. The soft murmur of distant voices only heightened her anxiety. She scanned the area, her eyes darting nervously before settling on an empty, secluded corner.