The First Success

A week passed and Lena was recovering quickly. Tina came to visit at every chance she could, whether it was for work or in her off time. They became friends.

"Lena, it's almost time for you to be discharged." Tina said, with a bright smile on her face.

"Really? I won't pass out again?" Lena asked. This past week she has to get a lot of medical check ups and take physical therapy. She knew that her condition was severe.

When she heard this, Tina smiled again. "Really. You are all cured."

"That's great!" Lena smiled. "Oh! We should exchange contact information!"

Tina smiled and gave Lena her phone, and Lena put her phone number in.

Yes! Lena thought. One step complete. I may be unable to keep track of James, but I can keep track of Tina.

I will make sure they never meet! And they won't suspect me at all!

"When I get discharged, we should go shopping together!" Lena said. She was truly happy at that moment, but not for the reason Tina would expect.

Tina agreed to go shopping, and then left to go back to work. She was left completely in the dark about Lena's thoughts. She had no idea that Lena only befriended her to keep her away from James.

The first step of Lena's plan was a success, and she could not have done a better job. She now had all the cards in her hands, and she was not afraid to use them.