Chapter 103 Nicole

• I stood before the imposing correctional center, its facade a constant reminder of its purpose. My gaze drifted across the tall, gray walls, a mix of determination and concentration settled heavily on me. Today, I will be face to face with my uncle after our previous encounter a month ago. Nicholas, as usual, was beside me, his unwavering support and care had brought me this far.
• As I turned to him, his reassuring smile and encouraging look calmed my nerves. I wanted to do this on my own, but he had insisted on accompanying me and I agreed because I had grown accustomed to his constant presence in my life. He was my personal chauffeur to work, my bodyguard at every occasion, and confidant. Nicholas had effortlessly fit into those roles, and he was doing it well without complaining.
• Together, we walked into the correctional center, surrendering ourselves to the strict security checks. Once cleared, we followed the officer to the waiting area.