Chapter 21

Even though Veronica had just been discharged from the hospital, she was determined to return to work today.

I was nervous on my way to work. Would Andrew and I just resume our normal lives, or would he let me in? I exited the subway and walked to Jayson's house. I admired the black roses as long as the guards let me, and they never cease to amaze me with their simple beauty. I walked past the roses and inhaled their strong scent.

"Good day, Emily. " Emily opened the door for me and let me in, I said.

"Good morning, sweetheart." Emily said as she drew me into a hug.

"How is Veronica doing?" I inquired, releasing Emily.

"She recovered quickly and is ready to work; she left early, so Dalia is in the kitchen." She responded.

"All right, how about Andrew?" I inquired, hoping he would be present.

"He also left early, darling." She stated.

I couldn't decide whether I was relieved he wasn't home or wished he was. I