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2021-09-12 04:57:14I would have loved to stay with Kim today. He's in terrible shape and hasn't regained consciousness but Mr grumpy said I have to be ready in an hour. I hurried into the bathroom to freshen up then I threw on an oversized sweatpants and a hoodie and headed downstairs. Enzo was already waiting for me and a handsome blondie beside him who I assumed to be Stephan was smiling warmly at me.
"Bonjourno bella" he said pulling me into a hug.
I stared back at him in confusion, trying to understand what he was saying.
"Sorry.. I don't speak Italian" I said frowning a bit.
"Uhmm.. he means good morning" Enzo explained, giving Stephan a nudge.
"Good morning" I replied with a smile
"We have to get going before Snow comes downstairs." Stephan said.
"Who's Snow??"
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