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Cam: Hey, Trouble. You still at work?

Sloane: No, just finished. How are you? Did you get the contract?!?

Cam: Not yet. I have a meeting with the Coach and the GM tonight

Sloane: Sounds promising. What’s your agent saying?

Cam: He thinks it’s good news

Sloane: YESSSS!

Cam: I know. I’ve been searching for rentals. What do you think about this one?

A link pops up and I click it, photos of a gorgeous high-rise overlooking the Atlantic Ocean filling my screen.

I’m in love.

Sloane: CAM—that’s amazing

Cam: Good, glad you like it

Cam: If I get an offer, we can check it out

Cam: Assuming you’re still in…

Sloane: Absolutely. I haven’t told my dad yet

The three text bubbles swirl, then disappear, then swirl again. I stare at the screen, waiting. Finally, Cam replies.

Cam: Want me to talk to him?

Sloane: That’s sweet of you, but it’ll be better coming from me. Thanks though

Cam: Okay, babe. Whatever you need, I’m there

My chest squeezes as I read his words.

Whatever you need, I’m there.

This is the Cam I know and love. He’s back in his element and everything’s coming together for him.

For us.

Sloane: I love you

Cam: I love you too

Cam: Ok, babe. I gotta jet and get ready for dinner

Cam: Miss you

Sloane: Miss you too. Call me as soon as you finish with the coach!

Cam: Will do

Sloane: XOXO

Cam: xoxo