It was snowing when I saw Danny drive in. I returned to the sitting room, ready to surprise him with the biggest news of the moment.

As he pushed the door open, I stood by the fat end, my body resting against the wall as I smiled.

He stopped on seeing flowers scattered across the door. I watched his gaze, a combination of confusion and curiosity.

“Clarissa?" He called in a low voice, and I giggled, attracting him towards my corner. He turned, facing me.

“Hey," he called and smiled. He came to me, still darting his eyes around and wondering the reason for the flowers.

“What's going on?” He...