I’m not even certain what I’m doing right here, however I’ll press ahead as a result of the choice is simply too laborious.

What a large number.

Chapter Twenty-Seven

Pippa

Rochelle hugs me once I hand her my resignation.

“Are you certain?” she asks.

“I have to go dwelling and simply mope for some time.”

Her smile is faint. “I get it. I’m certain Garrett will provide you with a glowing reference.”

I swallow laborious. This job—working for this firm—has been every little thing I needed. It’s not nearly Deacon; it’s in regards to the friendships I’ve made right here and the truth that I loved the work.

However right here I’m surrounded by reminiscences that threaten to drown me.

“Thanks a lot for every little thing. I’m sorry issues have turned out this manner.”

“I informed Deacon he’d higher not do something to mess this up.” She sighs. “I want he’d listened.”

I shrug. “I don’t know what’s happening in his head proper now. What he did has been devastating, however I can’t assist however fear too. I’m lacking one thing.”

She offers my forearm a squeeze. “Effectively, should you ever want something and I can assist, please let me know. I’ll be giving him a chunk of my thoughts when he reveals up.”

“I’m certain you’ll.” That makes me smile. I knew she’d have my again.

“Simply go away your swipe playing cards with reception on the best way out. They’ll get them to me.”

Nodding, I flip to go away. “I’ll. Thanks, Rochelle.”

I take a deep breath earlier than I make my solution to the elevator and as much as the manager flooring. It’s been a very long time since I’ve had the butterflies I do now—most likely the day I interviewed.

After making my method down the hall, I cease earlier than the closed door. We had been presupposed to be gone for a month, so the places of work had been closed with Deacon’s groups briefly reporting to Victor.

I swallow laborious and slide my swipe card, unlocking the door. There’s no level in closing it behind me—I gained’t be right here lengthy. As soon as I seize the few issues I’ve within the workplace, I’ll get out of right here.

After strolling to my desk—what was my desk—I place the small field I’ve introduced with me on it and circle round it.

There are a few pictures of Deacon and I, and I place them within the field earlier than opening the drawer.

The second week Deacon and I had been relationship, he purchased me a espresso mug. On the time, I believed it was cute. Now I’m not so certain.

It’s plain white with black writing on it that claims Finest Girlfriend Ever.

Was that ever true? Did he ever suppose that?

Till I do know why he left, there are such a lot of unanswered questions in my head.

I place it within the field, together with the spare tampons and the odd bits of make-up.

“I hoped I’d see you earlier than you left.”

Mallory walks within the door. Her smile is pained, and this entire factor should be awkward. Deacon’s swanned off and left the abandoned girlfriend to face the chums.

“I’m so sorry,” Mallory says.

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