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CHAPTER 18

He locks his door, takes up the black briefcase that is on the floor next to him, and gestures good-bye as he walks down the corridor as I watch.

I become aware that I said nothing in response as he waits for the lift. I therefore raise my hand in a wave as soon as it arrives and he enters. "Bye."

Just as the lift door closes, he smiles once more, and even though he can no longer see me, I smile back.

I can revert to Amanda who could strike up a conversation with anyone with ease. It won't be simple, but no one in the restaurants I previously worked in could tell from my smile what garbage my father made me deal with.

I mumble, "I can be her again. Simply put, it will take time and exercise."

I firmly nod as I take the shopping bags and bring them inside, once more remembering to return and triple-lock the front door.

Although it won't keep Nathan out, it might give me the extra few seconds I need to exit the loo and head to the fire escape.

Which brings me to mind. After avoiding the
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