With that, she began walking away. Nicole swallowed as she watched her go.

Suddenly, Maya stopped and turned to her. "For what it is worth, I believe in you, Nicole. You're a better option than all the others combined."

With those words, Maya turned away, leaving Nicole standing there, her heart heavy with the weight of uncertainty. As she watched Maya disappear into the crowd.

Nicole's mind was filled with even more questions than before. What did Maya mean by looking ...