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Chapter 7

Author: Arianna
last update Last Updated: 2025-02-03 19:18:15

I yawned and stretched my arms as I slowly opened my eyes. A ray of sunlight streamed across my face, prompting a smile to escape my lips.

"What a beautiful morning! I'm determined to make today just as lovely, unlike the sad mornings I usually wake up to," I mumbled, sitting up in bed. I couldn't help but feel a surge of happiness inside me, and I realized it was because I was the one frustrating Dice instead of the other way around. Honestly, I deserve an Oscar for how I spoke to him last night.

I have overcome my fear of him, and I never expected it to happen so quickly. But here I am, no longer afraid. No matter what he plans to do, I know I can't stop him from some things, so I’ll make sure to repay him in kind and hit him back twice as hard.

I got off the bed, ready to head to the bathroom to freshen up, a bright smile still lingering on my face.

"I'm more than ready for him today. Since he said today would be the day my suffering begins, I'm prepared for whatever today brings,"
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