The Ultimatum

Stella

The restaurant is buzzing with activity as we prepare for the lunch rush.

Vance’s returned to work today, and surprisingly, it doesn’t feel as awkward as I thought it would. In fact, there’s a sense of normalcy that I didn't expect to find. Briggs, especially, is elated to see Vance back.

“Vance!” he exclaims, throwing his hands up in the air. “Thanks gods! Get behind this line right now a