In the afternoon, as Alex was about to leave to pick up Emily and the twins, his phone rang. The caller ID showed it was Olivia Winters. He hung up, but she called again. After a few rings, he answered with a sigh.
"Alex," came Olivia's voice from the other end. "Do you have time tonight? I..."
"No," Alex cut her off coldly.
"But Alex, I just want to say goodbye."
"Goodbye?" Alex repeated, confusion and curiosity mingling in his voice.
"Yes, I'm leaving New York. I'm moving back to London with my parents. I just want to say goodbye to you, over dinner."
Alex remained silent. Sensing his hesitation, Olivia continued, "We've been friends for all these years, and I risked my own life to save yours. I always thought we could be together forever but.... Anyways, now that I'm leaving, I just want to have one last dinner with you."
