NEXT MORNING

Bethany left for her office, determined to settle things with Fred. Standing in front of the hotel, she took a deep breath and stepped inside, preparing herself for whatever might come.

Her head pained from the restless night before, but she pushed through making her way to her office. Just as she reached her door, she spotted Fred heading toward her. Her heart raced“You can do this,” she whispered to herself, clenching her fists.

She wore a warm smile on her face and prepared to greet him. But before she could even say a word, Fred brushed past her, his face cold and unyielding, as if she were...