Victoria woke up the next day, only to find Brandon gone from her bed. Memories of last night made her smile. She didn't have to have s*x with him to enjoy his company. As she was ready to get dressed, she thought of the moment she was telling Brandon she loved him. She might have been half asleep, but she remembered it. "Of course, you had to let your emotions take over, Victoria" she said to herself, not realizing a smile escaped her lips. She walked to the kitchen and served herself some orange juice and a bowl of fresh fruit Emilia must have prepared earlier. There was no one around so she assumed they were all busy or maybe gone. She hopped on the counter and took the bowl in her hands. For the first time in a while, she felt light and at peace. It was sure not to l