Chapter Eighteen
NOAH
After being gone for two weeks, it felt really good to be back at work. It’s only been five days since I’ve returned to the gym, and I’m on high alert when in public. I constantly look over my shoulder and double-check my surroundings. The trauma of what’s happened has affected my anxiety, and a couple of days ago, I finally booked an appointment with a therapist. I won’t go for a few weeks due to their availability, but I think it’ll be good. Even if I don’t like talking about my personal life to strangers.
Though I miss seeing Katie during her lunch breaks and at dinner, I’m hoping that will change after this weekend. I’ll never pressure her to make a decision about us even if she’s conflicted, but I want her to know where I stand.
Throughout the week, we've tex
