Chapter 8 (Flashback)

A year ago in Paris.

After a long and hectic day at work, Elena was glad to finally get a break.

It was night and each of her staff had already left. She was exhausted and wanted nothing but to sit down and relax. She could feel her body was aching, her back hurting and her legs were wobbly. She was ready to call it a night and go back home.

Elena walked out of the building and took in the cool Paris air. It was a relief to her after spending the whole day inside. She could feel the freshness of the air seeping in and filling her lungs. She closed her eyes and let the cool breeze caress her cheeks, enjoying the quiet and peace.

But then she paused in her footsteps and remembered that Caleb would be having a sleepover at his best friend’s house. And it was only her who had to go back home. Alone.

Alone, without anyone to share the bed with.

Alone, without anyone to hold her tight and warm her heart.

The thought made her sad. After the betrayal from her ex-fucking-husband, she ha