By the time Monday morning arrived, Dee and Sephi were ready for the break that going to work at the Spring Haven Hospice Center would bring them. The family dinner and the resulting drama had set them on edge all night. Being among the residents and their families allowed them to forget about the day before and focus on the present.
The pair exchanged a quick kiss before they split up, with Dee going to his office and Sephi going to the nurses’ station. Sephi was greeted by Roxy, giving her a friendly smile. She placed her bag under the counter, sat down beside her friend, and grinned at her.
“I want to thank you for having your family dinner yesterday. Chris ate an entire pizza last night after Thea and Zach dropped off leftovers,” Roxy laughed.
“You’re welcome,” Sephi giggled. “We co
