Not Just a Dream

Valerie was soberer after she splashed cold water onto her face. I didn't want to lose my composure in front of him, but I couldn't help it. The past six months had been empty and hopeless. I couldn't even find a glimmer of hope.

Suddenly, the sound of luggage being pulled came from outside and broke her train of thought.

Valerie gathered her thoughts and went outside. "I have a meeting in the aft