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2024-10-29 19:42:56Steve went outside and sat next to Aziza who was sitting on the veranda stoop. I don't want to talk about it Steve, she said the moment their eyes met.
I understand that but can we just go to my place so I can hold you? he asked.
She shook her head. I'm sorry Steve, I can't. Can we also just postpone our date tonight, I just need to be alone right now.
Az please, I'm feeling really useless right now. I know that you are hurting, I just want to be there for you.
Jay shouldn't have told you alI that stuff. I prefer dealing with this my own way, okay.
Is it because I resemble the people who hurt you?
This is not about you and since when does race matter to you?
It doesn't but it does to you.
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