Chapter 22

SOFIA

Dear New York…

I've been here for a while now, I even lost count of the days I've spent here and the reality of my impulsive decision to move here without a plan began to sink in.

Yes, Sofia, you made an impulsive decision. I mean, how are you here when you don't have a plan to survive? Ugh.

The initial excitement and thrill of starting a new chapter in my life had faded like smoke, it was now replaced by a sense of uncertainty and worry. Graduating from college had been a significant milestone in my life, but it also meant that I was now faced with the daunting task of finding a job and establishing myself in this bustling city.

I glanced at the stack of bills on my desk, realising that my savings were dwindling rapidly. I have only eaten restaurant junk food since I came here and that took away almost all my money. Panic started to creep in as I wondered how I would sustain myself without a steady income. The thought of having to rely on nobody for financial support made me f