Chapter 17 - Difficult situation

[Olivia]

For two days, Mia had canceled our meetings at the last minute, leaving me frustrated and concerned. I had arrived at the two locations she picked, only to be told she was busy and needed to reschedule. This was the third day and I was determined to hear the fucking condition she mentioned.

As I paced around my room, I could not help but reflect on how much Mia had changed over the years. Growing up, we were very close. I was only a year older than her; she is twenty-five. I stood still in front of my wardrobe's large mirror, checking myself one last time before storming out.

I wore high-waisted blue jeans and an oversized white tee knotted at the waist. I paired it with white platform sneakers. I wanted to look simple but elegant. I tied my hair in a bun as usual and finished the look with a pendant and stud earrings.

I was ready to go; I did not want to drive, so I ordered a cab and called Joan, my best friend, and told her where I was meeting Mia and to be alert. Mia is no