When I put the phone down, I'm disappointed at the idea of not seeing her. So, disappointed that I quickly type out a text message:
Landon: Aurora. I'll make time. Let me take you out for dinner tonight. L x
I'm about to press send when Catherine Jenkins enters my office. I quickly delete the message before giving Catherine my undivided attention.
The meeting is short but incredibly productive. She tells me about the position she has arranged for Louisa at a rival company in Birmingham. She then begins to walk me through the applicants we've received to replace Louisa.
Between us, we decide which we will interview. I struggle to focus though. I keep checking my phone, desperately wanting to message Aurora.
There's a buzz, and wondering if it's Aurora, my hand automatically reaches for it. But it's not from Aurora. It's a text message from my mother.