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Taken

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Grace

So many people have found out about me staying here somehow. It’s time I change this place too and find somewhere else to go.

But then…

How far can I run before they hunt me down again?

How much time can I spend hiding only for someone to start threatening me again?

I ponder, standing on the sidewalk and staring at the Cafe in front of me. The night has fallen and the streets have turned cold.

The glass wall of the Cafe gives the perfect view of my parents sitting on the table. Like me, they are also staring back at me. The disdain in their eyes is so clear even here.

Standing on the dark side, I heave a heavy breath and narrow my eyes.

Now, how do I go about this?

If I give them money and let them know I am scared of their threats, they will continue using my weaknesses against me.

Maybe, I should use Lily as a bargaining chip. I can tell them that I know where she is and she will only be alright as long as they leave me alone.

That will bring about two results.

A—They wil
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Sharon Jackson
This is so frustrating. Will she never learn?
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