Chapter 177 In Search

• After the departure of our parents, Paul and I found ourselves in a newfound state of tranquillity. Unexpectedly, it seemed that a burden had been lifted from his shoulders and a sense of relief radiated from him.
• Amidst the daily whirlwind of activities, time flew, particularly as my thoughts often lingered on romantic notions involving Paul. Life, in the company of Paul, revealed a rare perfection that I had never experienced before.
• Anticipation for our daily rendezvous grew, even during the dreadfully mundane Wealth Wednesday program. Day by day, the persona of Moll seamlessly integrated itself into my character.