Chapter 18: "The Unplanned Weekend"

The cold air of the early October night enveloped both Alex and Taylor as they both stood on their apartment balcony, overlooking the Seattle skyline. The last few months had been a roller coaster ride for them to settle down in their new life, manage their jobs, and discover this new city. It is worth noting that after some weeks of work, employees develop the feeling that they require a break or an opportunity to refresh themselves. “What if we just. . . go?” Taylor asked with enthusiasm that was not often seen from her. There are no agendas, no bookings, just us, the highway, and the journey that lies ahead. Alex’s face lit up with a sense of excitement, but there was an equal measure of concern in him as well. So, you are saying it right now, just get up and go?” “That is correct! We had been discussing how the need to be more random and less predictable could be addressed, and what better way of doing it than a last-minute weekend break?” It was not long before everyone graspe