Chapter 63

SARAH'S POV:

After I ended the call with Joe, I quickly got dressed and as I finished dressing, I looked at myself in the mirror, my reflection staring back at me with a mix of determination and anxiety. The upcoming board meeting looms large in my mind. It's not just any meeting; it's the culmination of years of planning and sacrifice.

As I took a deep breath, I could feel my heart racing with anticipation. I carefully smoothed down my hair, making sure every strand was in place, and adjusted my tie, hoping to exude the confidence I only partially felt. With each step towards the dining room, I could sense the juxtaposition of comforting aromas - the freshly brewed coffee and toast served as a soothing contrast to the inner tension I was experiencing.

Upon entering the dining room, I was greeted by the familiar sight and scent of a delicious breakfast prepared by my grandmother, the unwavering pillar of support for our small family. Her daily gesture of preparing breakfast was a tes