You Watched Me Break, Now Watch Me Rise
The pungent, astringent scent of an herbal tonic wafted across the room, and the conversation she'd had with Evan and Eric earlier that morning surfaced in her mind.
She answered in hushed tones, "I might have to take a rain check. I've got a long day ahead of me."
James didn't press her to say yes and only muttered in response, "Be sure to eat lunch."
"I will," Beverly promised softly.
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"Bev, this is the tonic Dr. Crane prescribed for you." Wanda smiled kindly as she claimed a seat on the couch and poured a cup of tonic from a thermal flask. "I know you're terrified of the bitter taste, so I prepared some candy."
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