IsabelHours after Desmond left, I finally woke up, but I still spent a couple extra hours in bed, lazing around. It felt like I had nothing to do, I couldn't even write to distract myself, not when the one shot I got at becoming properly published just seemed to have gone down the drain.When I finally had enough of my pity party, I forced myself to freshen up, get dressed and have breakfast, but soon enough, I was back in my room again, moping around.“Let's just give it a shot,” I muttered after the silent battle I've been having with myself. “It's better than nothing.”Scrolling, I found the editor's contact. My finger hovered over the dial button for a couple heartbeats. Before I could chicken out, I clicked on it.My heartbeat quickened and I could hear just how loud it was drumming. After what felt like an eternity, she finally picked up.“Good day, ma'am,” my voice came out surprisingly steady and I gave myself an imaginary pat on the back.“Miss Blackwell, I would have apprec
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