Finding Forgiveness: Second Chance RomanceEnemies to Lovers by J.L. Perry

Author:J.L. Perry [Perry, J.L.]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Published: 2023-12-07T16:00:00+00:00

I inhale a large breath, taking the fresh country air into my lungs. It’s a vast difference to the city smog I’m used to breathing in. I considered doing a DoorDash or Uber order for breakfast, but I’m not sure they do that kind of thing in the sticks—it’s my first time experiencing rural life—besides, I couldn’t explore the town from my hotel room, so I decided to go it on foot.

It’s daunting being in a new environment on my own, but I’m proud of myself for getting out there. Despite my best efforts, all I can think of is home as I wander down the main street of Mudgee. More specifically, Connor. What is he up to? How is he feeling this morning? Is he still angry with me? Did he read the letter?

“Good morning,” a lady walking her poodle says.

I grin at her. “Morning.”

Is everyone in this town friendly? I haven’t passed a single person that hasn’t acknowledged me in some way. A head nod, a smile, a tip of their hat, a greeting. It’s nice, and a big change from the fast-paced life in the big city. Everybody seems like they’re in a rush there. I’m a stranger here, but I definitely feel welcome. Maybe I should stay an extra night.

It’s early so none of the shops I pass are open yet, but I spy a few people entering a café across the street and further down, so I head in that direction. I’ve already had a coffee, but I won’t say no to a second one. I might even grab some food while I’m there. I didn’t end up eating dinner last night. By the time I got to my room and showered, the enormity of the day settled over me like a dark cloud. I ended up climbing into bed and crying myself to sleep.

The truth may not have imprisoned me, but the repression of my conscience certainly did.

My eyes are drawn to the bright pink and white signage as I cross the road, and a smile tugs at my lips when I read it. The Dancing Goat. It feels like an omen. Dancing has been my lifeline since I was a little girl. It’s also how I met my bestie … the person who changed my life for the better.

I join the queue and scan the board behind the counter. My stomach growls as I do, confirming I need to eat something. I’m going to have to keep my strength up if I want to continue travelling around the country. Okay, maybe that’s a stretch; I doubt I’ll even leave the state, but I have to at least trust my journey, even if I don’t understand it yet.

In some ways, I feel like I’m still trapped in that sixteen-year-olds body. Suspended in time because I’m unable to deal with the wreckage of my past. If I look out into the abyss, it’s that young girl’s terrified face I see staring back at me. I’ve

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