I wake up on time.
I have to take Tiana to school before I go to Reid's office.
I made up my mind. I'll work for him.
What's the worst that could happen?
I hum to myself as I move around the kitchen. I'm bursting with energy for the first time in months. I haven't talked to Reid since last night, but my head is still reeling.
I can't believe how easy it is for him to get me all winded.
"What happened to you?" Tiana asks as she sits at the island.
"Nothing. Why?"
"You look different. You're so happy."
"I'm always happy."
"Not this happy." She smiles back. "What's for breakfast?"
"Pancakes."
"I love pancakes."
"I know, baby. That's why I made them for you. "
We chat over breakfast. She gives me all the details about her birthday party and how much she was spoiled. I can
