Chapter 111

Later in the night, anticipating James' Father's arrival, I sit on my bathroom counter while brushing my hair, my back against the mirror. Theresa forgot to take the razor away from me after my shower, so I gave it back to her. She smiled and hugged me as if I had taken some big step to health. Either way, it felt nice to be hugged.

James should be getting back any minute now to get ready for dinner, and I'm excited to see him. I wish our bond hasn't strengthened because my plummet...