After graduation

Audrey freshened up before going to see her father. Brad, the driver was waiting for her. He congratulated her on the engagement.

Audrey realized then that she would have to get used to that. And she would also have to put on a show. People needed to believe she was a happy bride-to-be.

​ “Thank you,Brad.It’s happening so fast,” she smiled.

​ “A good old fashioned whirlwind romance, huh?” He smiled back.

​ “Oh yes,” she lied. “We just can’t wait.”

​ “That’s lovely. Where to, Miss Audrey?”

​ “Going to see my father, please.”

​ “Of course. We’ll be there right away.”

​

Brad drove her to the private hospital and let her know that he would be available to pick her up.

​ Her father was resting in his bed. She sat next to him.

​ “Hi Daddy,” she greeted him. He was able to turn his head to look at her. There was a heartbreaking sadness and guilt in his eyes. Ever since the incident with Matilda and Diego, he looked at her that way. He blamed himself for not being able to save her. She hated