OLIVIA

 A worrisome call jolted me from my slumber in the early hours of the day.

 It was disheartening—just when I thought I’d be able to stay home all day.

 The call was from my lawyer. The moment her name popped up on my screen, I bolted out of bed as if I were being chased by a beast in my sleep.

 Clearing my throat, I took a deep breath, summoning all the courage I needed to speak. The call was unexpected.

 “Hello, Olivia. Good morning. Are you ...