Chapter 60

The day of departure arrived, and anticipation tinged with a hint of nervousness filled the air. Vince and I stood in the airport, facing the bittersweet reality of separation. He squeezed my hand, his eyes reflecting a mixture of pride and longing.

“Take this opportunity, Laura. I’ll be fine here, and we’ll make it work. Just promise me you won’t forget to enjoy yourself,” he said, a tender smile playing on his lips.

I nodded, a lump forming in my throat. “I promise, Vince. We’ll make this work, and I’ll be back before you know it.”

David, who had been standing a respectful distance away, approached with a warm smile. “Ready for this adventure?” he asked, his eyes reflecting excitement.

I took a deep breath, glancing back at Vince. “As ready as I’ll ever be. Let’s do this.”

The flight was a blur of anticipation and nervous energy. As the plane touched down in a foreign city, the realization of being in a new place, both professionally and personally, s