Meanwhile in Quebec Jakes

I nervously waited at the park bench, checking my watch for what felt like the hundredth time. I had planned this moment for days, knowing that I had to get it just right. I took a deep breath as I saw Lucy approaching, her long black hair blowing in the breeze. "Hey Jakes," she said, smiling as she sat down next to me. "What's up?" I fidgeted with my hands before finally mustering up the courage to speak. "Lucy, there's something I need to tell you. Something that's been on my mind for a while now." Her smile faded slightly as she looked at me. "What...