NICOLE

The next day at work, the happiness of last night almost threatens to disappear.

But I hold onto it.

I'm not going to let Angus affect how I feel to this extent. He can't rule every single part of me.

I'm expecting a quiet day the same as yesterday, but I'm surprised to find Sandra sitting in my office. As soon as I enter, she turns around and smiles when we make eye contact. Today, she looks even more like me. It's insane.

"Nicole! You look amazing!" She kisses me on the cheek and ...