Bk 2 - Chapter 58 - Picking up Quinn

Natalia

Picking up Quinn was a total drama-free experience. We went out to an early lunch afterward to the same spot Daniel had taken me a few days ago. Then we went back to her apartment. She and I hashed things out.

"I was furious with you at first, but I realized I needed this. I let him hypnotize me almost. It was surreal, like I had no choice. It's a little weird that he's dead, but at the same time, I'm glad. Isn't that awful? I talked it over with my therapist. Who, by the way, I will continue to see weekly, on an outpatient basis. Anyway, she said that is a normal reaction. It's just that he was such a big part of my life or so long. He texted me. Did you know? I finally was able to check my phone once I got out of the hospital."

She showed Mom and I the text. Just three words. I am sorry. Well, maybe he wasn't such a dick after all? I guess we will never know now.

"Well, forgiveness is important. Maybe those words will help you move on," I said.

Quinn nodded but said nothing e