Chapter Twenty-EightSophie was meeting her mum at the new French restaurant at one o'clock. At twelve forty-five she was still waiting in the queue at the student registry, with her work clutched in her hand. On their walk across town, Will had told her about his scoop and subsequent job offer at News Express.
“This is so exciting,” Sophie exclaimed, emitting a half yawn, half grin, “sorry, I'm exhausted.”
Will yawned along with her, “me too.”
“Next!” A bored looking admin clerk stared at them.
Sophie walked to the counter and passed over her final essays and precious dissertation.
“Have I filled everything in okay?” She chewed on her bottom lip.
The admin clerk sniffed, “everything seems to be in order. Sign here please.”
Sophie scribbled her signature, waited for her receipt and t
