Deep Breaths
Elizabeth pressed on the brake pedal gently, bringing the car to a halt. She took a deep breath, trying to hold back the tears threatening to break through her lashes. She’d been strong throughout the week, distracting herself with all the preparations.
But now that everything was set, she couldn’t help but feel that overwhelming pain creep up on her. She took another deep breath, realizing that although the police cruiser had stopped, the officer was nowhere to be seen.