Chapter 4

“Maybe,” she tosses over her shoulder with a smile. “I hope so.” 3: Next Encounter

During the following week, Naomi concentrates on work as her project begins to take shape. She manages to film in several locations, and the underlying narrative is starting to make sense. The last thing in Naomi’s mind is fun, let alone romance. The encounter with Reeta drifts to the back of her mind.

On Friday afternoon, Naomi is working on choosing background music when there’s a knock on her door. It’s Lianna.

“Hey, you. How about a break? Maybe a pint at the pub?”

Naomi looks up from her laptop.

“Oh, I don’t know. I’m kinda stuck in here…”

“Okay, party pooper. Maybe this weekend…”

“Sure. No worries.”

And Lianna’s off, presumably on her own.

As the evening wears on, Naomi begins to regret not going out for a bit of relaxation. She goes out to the parking lot to get some fresh air, and is surprised to find that the Audi is parked in its usual spot. It seems like an omen of sorts.