Pressing send would mean closing the chapter with Holden, something she wasn't fully ready for despite knowing better.

Guilt consumed her, especially given Holden's impending marriage. How could she sustain her relationship with him?

After what seemed like an eternity of an internal battle, she sent a simple message. "Thank you."

Holden's heart caught in his throat as he read the message. He quickly sent a puzzled emoji and replied, "Why are you thanking me all of a sudden?"

As the minutes stretched, a knot of worry tightened in his stomach.