Chapter 14: Déjà Vu
My alarm clock blared, jolting me out of my slumber. I groaned and rolled out of bed reluctantly. I couldn’t help the feeling of dread that enveloped me at the thought of the day’s events.
Marcella had stayed up with me last night, trying to make me feel better. Unfortunately, her long speech expired the moment I opened my eyes.
I got ready for work grudgingly. I picked out black jeans and a black knitted sweater, letting my true emotions shine through.
“Remember to smile today,” Marcella called out to me as I walked out of the apartment.
I arrived at the office still feeling grumpy and out of sorts. As I made my way to my desk, I spotted Mike standing idly by. I groaned internally; I couldn’t deal with this right now.
He looked up and smiled. “Good morning, Leah, feeling better?” he asked, trying to strike up a conversation.
“I’m fine, thanks,” I replied, trying to brush him off subtly. I didn’t want to talk to anyone, let alone him.