Chapter 143

SCARLETT

I don't think I've ever felt so much relief as I have today. With less burden and more positive self awareness, I felt like I could move mountains.

From Renée to Dr Sasha, it was all good vibes and more understanding. I had to do shadow work which I was looking forward to.

I looked at Finn. We were walking side by side and he was staring down at his phone. While with Renée this afternoon, I knew I was in love with him. What man would bring you to see a therapist? What man would open himself up to you so you could feel comfortable?

There were a whole lot of things I wanted to tell him but I didn't believe time and chance were going to let me do that and the realization alone hurt so bad.

I reached out my hand to take his hand and just as my skin brushed his, someone called his name.

"Finn!"

It was Volkov. I didn't miss the frown on Finn's face as we both turned to see Volkov approaching us with a smile on his face.

"Why are you