Nathaniel (Nathan) Lucius Stoneheart POV One week. One week has passed since Leah and I last met. Honestly, I can't sit still. I don't know what to prioritize. Many thoughts cross my mind, but I need to face them all. I need to gather my courage. I need to stand by my decision. Because of the tension at my situation, I chose this. I was startled when someone suddenly entered my office. I looked up and caught my secretary, Lucila. She had many papers in her hands, almost losing control. I quickly stood up to help her. “Why do you seem flustered?” I asked her. She didn't immediately respond to my question nervously. I could see her fidgeting, repeatedly swallowing. As I sat back in my swivel chair in front of my table, I crossed my legs. I leaned forward slightly, my forehead wrinkled

