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“I will. Promise.”
“Is he on the way, or do you need me to drop you off?”
“I thought he could pick me up after Molly’s?”
“The last breakfast with my daughter.”
“A little dramatic.”
“True. Fine. Let’s get packed up. You can leave your stuff in the car.”
We finish up and walk down for breakfast. I have a grin I can’t shake, and it even rubs off on Mum. She holds my hand as we walk down the street. “Do you still have your bracelet?”
“Of course.”
She picks up my hand and spies the wrapped leather still adorned on my wrist. “Waffles or pancakes?”
“Pancakes, I think. With a milkshake.”
As we take our seats, I pull out my phone and text Jeremy. My decision was a little last minute, but I know it’s what he wants.
Anna
Hey, can you pick me up in an hour? I’ve got a couple of hours and a surprise for you. I’m at Molly’s x
Jeremy
Before you leave?
Anna
Yeah.
Jeremy
Sure.
Mum and I chat and enjoy our breakfast together, and I’m reminded how lucky I am to have a mum who’s so understanding. She gets me — she’s my friend and trusts me. I can’t underestimate that privilege.
“Does Jeremy know your change of plans?”
“No. I hadn’t made my mind up until the last minute.”
“Well, I won’t leave until everything is squared with you two.”
“He’ll be pleased.”
“Okay. And please, express your thanks to his parents. I’ll have to send a thank you of some kind. Any thoughts?”
“Honestly, they have everything, Mum. I’m sure any gesture will be fine.”
As we’re finishing up, I see Jeremy come into the shop. My heart races just seeing him and knowing what I’m going to tell him.
“Go. I’ll pay. You can come get your bags.”
I stand and hug her before skipping over to Jeremy. “Hey, you.” I grab his hand and pull him out of the diner.
“You look happy.”
