Meeting with Ellis for Guidance
The following week, Maren met with Ellis to go over the letter and share her thoughts. They settled back into their booth at the diner, the familiar ambiance offering some comfort.
Maren slid the letter across the table, her expression serious. Ellis read through it carefully, chewing on his lower lip as he processed the unfolding situation.
“We need a plan,” he finally said, looking her straight in the eye. His confidence bolstered her spirits again, and she felt grateful for his support.