Beat Up the Man

"Love stems from the most surprising places," Leo said, his voice deep and hoarse.

Ellen placed her hand on the wall, her heart beating fast as she processed what she had just heard Leo say.

The anchor for the broadcast asked again, "Would you say you have experienced this, Mr. Warner?"

Leo smiled as he replied, "Yes, I have."

Ellen hurried away into the restroom; she didn't stay to hear more of what Leo had to say.

"Our legacy was formed from love, and that is why the theme for this event is love and light," Leo concluded.

In the restroom, Ellen stared at herself in the mirror. "I thought I was over this; he has found love. What do I care?"

Her words didn't make her feel any better, but they gave her the strength to head out to meet the rest of the team after she relieved herself.

"Are you okay? That took you so long," Janet said to Ellen when she joined them.

"Yes, I'm fine," Ellen assured her.

"Okay, everyone, we are to meet here tomorrow; all that we have done will either be chang