Eloise felt hopeless as she thought about Ainsley’s visit tomorrow. She had no idea where to get the rest of the money.
As Jack left her dorm building, she couldn’t shake the emptiness he left behind. She could feel the weight of her situation crushing her, the uncertainty gnawing at her. I need that money. But where?
As Jack drove away, his departure stole away all the hope she'd briefly managed to find. I thought I could change. I thought there was a way out. But now? Now I’m stuck.
The next day at Club Scarlet Heart, Eloise entered Rachael’s office, her steps heavy with anxiety.
"Did you get the money?" Rachael asked, her voice laced with expectation.
Eloise shook her head slowly, eyes cast down.
Rachael raised an eyebrow. "You didn’t ask Jack?"
Eloise stayed silent.
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