Chapter 52

• I woke up early the next day, feeling a mix of nervousness and excitement as I prepared for work. It had been a few days since I had last been at the diner, and I couldn't help but wonder if anyone had noticed my absence.
• As I walked into the diner, I was greeted by the smiling faces of my coworkers. They all seemed genuinely happy to see me, and I felt a sense of relief wash over me. I knew that I had been missed, and it felt good to be back.
• The girls all asked me where I had been, and I told them that I had a slight problem that I had to deal with. They didn't seem to believe me, but they didn't press the issue either. I was grateful for their understanding, and I promised myself that I would make it up to them by working extra hard.