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Chapter 32
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2024-10-29 19:42:56*Faith POV*
“You ok” Mia asks, stopping just in front of me looking over my face.
“I'm good.” She looks me up and down skeptically. And I force a chuckle. “Really I am fine. I've just had a rough day of my own making.” I smile at her honestly. It’s true, this day has sucked, and the majority of it has been because I miss Cameron and Izzy. Now that I've been properly put in my place unknowingly by Cameron I can focus on Izzy and my friends. I take a deep breath and grab her arm.
“You and Noah are walking me to the pep rally.” I declare and she smiles brightly.
“About Noah.” She looks at me shyly.
“Oh I know, you guys are finally official.” I wave her off like it's no big deal waiting for her to explode.
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