ELENA'S POV

Much to my disappointment, the day had come, and there was nothing I could do about it. It made me wonder for the hundredth time today, what worse could happen if I actually stood on my ground.

Fortunately, Lucas had granted me the day off, to go prepare for the event that evening. It was a relief knowing that I would not be seeing his face for more than half of the day.

Looking at the line of shops around me, I suddenly missed being at work. At least the faces there were consistent and familiar. Urrgh! Everyone knows the hardest task for a girl is shopping.

Pushing...