Chapter 23 Marie
I’ve known for a while that I’m ready to take up my old life again, that I’m ready for the delights of city life once more, but being here tonight cements my decision.
In previous times, I’d likely have ditched Olivia in favour of pursuing her hot ex, Sandrine. The picture I saw of her at Olivia’s really didn’t do her justice. Or maybe she’s changed a lot in the years since they broke up. But it’s only a fleeting, amusing thought to me now. I’m here with Olivia. We’re here as an actual couple. I can’t even flirt with Sandrine—not even for the hell of it. Oh, how times have changed.
I can sense Olivia’s unease and as soon as Sandrine announces a break, Olivia hurries off to the toilets.
“Bonsoir.” Sandrine has sidled up to me. “I’m Sandrine. Olivia’s ex-partner. I take
