The following Monday arrived with a blend of excitement and apprehension for Grace as she stepped into the sleek and modern offices of the HM publishers. The title of "Head-of-branch" had a certain weight to it, and she was determined to prove herself in this new role.
As she navigated the bustling hallways, familiar faces greeted her with smiles and congratulations. However, the shadow of Alia's presence loomed, a constant reminder of the complexities that had woven themselves into the fabric of Grace's professional and personal life as she was starting as the “editor-in-chief” today.
Grace settled into her office, a space adorned with shelves of books and the hum of a city beyond the large windows. The desk, once occupied by someone else, now bore her nameplate—a symbol of the journey
