In the Blink of an Eye

Chapter One

December 10, 2020

Taylor let out a deep breath as her fingers glided over the piano keys. It was well past midnight, and like many sleepless nights, she found herself drawn to the instrument.

She started to play a few random notes while her eyes wandered to the pictures hanging on the wall. There were several frames showcasing moments with Joe. Suddenly, her fingers paused, and she sat in quiet contemplation.

What was making her feel so lost? Initially, she pointed the finger at Covid. It had thrown a wrench in her usual interactions and turned her life upside down. Everyone was feeling it.

She heard soft footsteps and turned to see Joe standing there, rubbing the sleep from his eyes.

"Come back to bed, love," he said, his accent more pronounced from just waking up. She simply nodded in response.

As Taylor settled her head on the pillow, her mind raced. She was overwhelmed with anxiety about what lay ahead, especially concerning her career.