Mace packs our bags into his Jeep as Nella and I stand face to face with Ludo and Diamond, thanking them for their hospitality and kindness. Diamond latches onto me with a tight hug, her necklaces hitting my chest gently.

"You can do this Megan," she mumbles into my ear. "I know you've always been strong and this is not something that will defeat you."

"I appreciate it Diamond," I tell her as I pull away eventually.

Ludo says his goodbyes next and I watch as my father emerges from the front door, sheepishly approaching us. I look over Ludo's shoulder and he follows my lead, his eyebrows raising instantly....