Unknown to August, Poppy is pregnant. She leaves town to finish her degree and raise the baby independently, wanting to avoid being a burden to his professional aspirations.
Described as driven, independent, and vulnerable. She struggles to balance her education with her pregnancy while guarding herself against August's re-entry into her life. Critical Reception Deflected Hearts by Cali Melle
Months later, fate brings them together when August walks into the restaurant where Poppy is working while he is on a date with someone else. Unknown to August, Poppy is pregnant