The meeting disperses, and my staff go their separate ways. Karl lingers, shuffling his feet in a way that

makes me think he has something on his mind.

“Abby, do you have a moment?”

“Sure, what’s up?”

“If you’re worried about the article, I can help you find a good journalist. Someone who can capture the

essence of the place, the people,” he says.

I’m touched by his offer. “That’s really kind of you, Karl. Thanks.”

He clears his throat. “I could walk you home. We could talk more about it.”

I hesitate for a moment, considering. Then, I nod. “Alright, let’s walk.”

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restaurant, locking up for the night. The street is mostly quiet, a few cars passing by, and

bars. The air is cool, a bit crisp, but not

know, I’ve been really impressed with how the

I can’t keep the

remember being so pissed off when you

of going to the Alpha party together. But look at you now, making headlines. I’m

acted like that. I should have been more

and a bit touched by his

smile tugging at the corners of his lips. “Just

Really, I am.”

have no idea how much that means to me,” I reply. “And I’m glad you came back,

happened. So I guess in a way, I’m also sorry—sorry for storming out on you

surprised you let me back, especially after

forgiving me.”

stop walking, looking him square in the eye. “Let’s get one

But I do understand that your intentions, misguided

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