Six months later
Valerie’s POV
I take a quick shower. Apparently, I am doing more than okay. My life becomes normal, just the way I have always wished for. I wrap the towel around my body and rush into the closet. Austin is taking me to see grandma. It’s been a while since I’ve seen her. We haven’t told her everything. The only thing she knows is that I fell from the stairs and have broken my leg. So, I had to stay home.
I slip into the light orange dress that I’ve prepared to wear. I regret it instantly. This has a chain on the back. Why don’t I see these all before buying a dress? Argh! The sound of the door grabs my attention. Austin must be in the room.
“Austin,” I call out his name, “is that you?”
No answer! I guess I am wrong. My eyes fall on the clock. I need to hurry. I start
