Emily's POV

If he doesn't I would be forced to execute my mission alone, just like the girl in "When you're alone." She's my role model, my source of inspiration beside myself, Eva and Zoey. I remember the popular cliche which advises everyone seeking to achieve difficult goals to have something to draw motivation especially when discouragements set in. In my case, this book was the greatest source of encouragement.

I went to take my bath. I need to refresh my body and mind with cool water. "Excuse me!" I told Douglas when I was about to leave. "I'll be back in twenty minutes." I gave myself enough minutes as...