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and yellow long sleeve shirt.

 
    The sobs build
up in my chest as I imagine reaching out for him to save me. He’s it for me.
Just his presence makes me weak inside and breathless. I bury my face in my
hands and feel each sob release from my body. I just want him. I want to talk
to him and tell him how sorry I am for everything. Enough is enough. I will not
go another day without him. When I look up, I see Connor looking over at me. I
wonder how long he’s been standing there. He walks over to me and brings me
into his arms. I sigh and let the tears fall again.

 
    As he strokes my
back he asks, “When are you going to open your eyes Soph ?”

 
    The question
makes me think. “I want him back Connor.” My face is on his chest. I need to
know he feels the same way before I can risk my heart again. I take in a deep
breath.

 
    Connor pulls
away from me and looks down. “Then tell him.”

 
    “I know and I
am. Thanks for being here.” I get up on my tippy toes
and kiss his cheek. “I miss my best friends. Please don’t tell Adam yet. I want
to take things slow because messing up isn’t an option.”

 
    He blushes. “I
miss you too Soph . No more running and I won’t say
anything.” We hug again and go our separate ways after I assure him I’m ok.

Chapter 4

 
    I get to the
building and walk inside. Dr. Joseph Henry is one of the presidents of Optimax , however
his passion is in teaching and honing the minds of young society so they can
take on the world. It’s a pleasure to get to know the inventions and tools the
company has in the works.

 
    I make it to the
meeting just in time and take a seat before Dr. Henry arrives.   I keep wondering what the meeting can
possibly be about. I look around the room and see a nervous expression on
everyone’s face.

 
    Dr. Henry comes
in and leans against the desk in front of the room, “Good afternoon everyone.”
He nods at each of us. I’m feeling a mix of being nervous and anxious. “Now I
know you’re all wondering why I called you here today. Optimax is pushing forward with a new project and needs to bring some more people on.”
He pauses and looks at all of us. I can see the shimmer in his expression and start
to feel tense. “Now I’ve watched each and every one of you and wish I could
bring you all onboard but we can only accept two people. It was a difficult
decision to make, but please put your hands together for Steven Hart and Sophia
Burns.”

 
    My mouth drops;
I can’t believe out of everyone I’m the one they want! I look over and see
Steven’s face. He looks like he’s ready to pass out. I try to get his attention
by tossing a paper ball at him, when he turns around I mouth “Congratulations.” He smiles back at me but I can see how nervous he is.
I don’t want to show my excitement too much since there are many upset faces
around me, but I can’t help but smile, because of all the countless hours and
research I put into this group. I deserve this opportunity and I will make sure I do well.

 
    “Now I just want
to say thank to everyone for your participation in this group. Your hard work
has not gone unnoticed and if anyone would like a letter of recommendation
please come see me. That will be all for today. Have a great rest of the year
and good luck to you all.” The rest of the group begins to pack up their things
up and hug us with congratulations before heading out of class. Steven and Dr.
Henry talk for a brief moment as they shake hands before he leaves.   I can’t move from my seat, “Surprised Miss
Burns?”

 
    I look up and
see Dr. Henry nearby smiling, “A little. I don’t know what to say, other than
thank you so much.”

 
    “It’s my
pleasure Miss Burns but you should be thanking yourself. You worked very hard
this semester and I am very pleased with you. My colleagues are very interested
in meeting you and Mr. Hart very soon. Please ensure you are checking your
email frequently since I