“And the companies who called me for interviews, they’ve been my dream places to work at. So, I’m to leave this Friday. I’m sorry.”

Dad sighed and placed a hand over Mom’s, comforting her. “If that’s what you want, princess. We won’t stop you. But if by any chance you change your plans, let us know.”

I nodded, relieved he understood. “Thank you, Dad. Don’t worry. I will visit from time to time to see you guys.”

“But what about Tess’s engagement? You can’t miss that,” Tobias stated.

“It’s next month. Nothing to worry about, I will figure something out when the time comes,” I assured him. But he didn’t look pleased at all. Honestly, I didn’t want to go away from them again. But I didn’t have any choice.

A knock landed on my door, and Warner poked his head in. “You busy?”

“Not really. Just checking some emails,” I answered. Placing the laptop on the bed from my lap, I turned to him. “How did your dinner go with your cousin?”

He shrugged. “Good. Just as usual. You tell me, how did your talk go with your family?”

A sigh left my lips. “They weren’t happy. But they also know I’m not going to budge from my decision.”

I glanced outside the window, gazing at the starry night.

“Hey, what is it?” he asked, turning me to him.

I bit my lip, my throat tightening. “Nothing, it’s just… it’s difficult to go that far from my family. I wish I could stay here with them.” But for one person, it wasn’t possible.

“Hey, look at me.” He grasped my hand. “Everything will be all right. Don’t be upset. It’s just the beginning of your career. Once you get a good grip, maybe in the future you can come back to this city. And it’s not like you won’t visit them from time to time. They can also go and see you there, too. So, don’t worry, okay? Everything will turn out good.”

Nodding, I squeezed his hand. “Thank you for always being there for me.”

He smiled and kissed my lips. “Anything for you.”

“Where are they?” I asked, adjusting my cap from the scorching sun. People buzzed with excitement around us as they rushed in and out of the auditorium.

“They will be here in no time, don’t worry. Let’s just go and grab our seats,” Tobias said, ushering me and Warner inside.

We were at Castelo Track. The famous place to enjoy horse racing. I didn’t know we were coming to this game until my brother called this morning announcing his and Tess’s plan. Caleb didn’t get much time to spend with me and Warner, so Tess thought it’d be great to enjoy a horse race together; a way to catch up with us.