[Note: Before starting this chapter, it is important to note that if you haven't read the previous books in the series, ESPECIALLY the 2nd spin-off book Whole Again, this chapter will be missing an extreme amount of context and will not make sense to readers who aren't up to date with the saga. I recommend reading Whole Again before starting this chapter, but the choice is up to you.]
Turning off the bathroom tap, I stare at my reflection in the mirror, watching the water droplets slowly run down my face and gather in my short, boxed beard. The only thing stopping me from spitting on the image in front of me is the awareness that this isn’t my bathroom. I look down, unable to stomach looking at the person staring back at me as the sounds of laughter and conversation travel from down the h
