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VIVIAN

My mind raced through a thousand possibilities.

Life would be easier if I just took Nate up on his offer. It sounded shameless but in reality, I deserved this much. I had put up with so much, cried so much and lost so much. The least he could do was take responsibility in this way.

But even as the thought crossed my mind, I dismissed it. Nate was no longer responsible for me and if ever I needed his help, I would have to strike a reasonable deal with him.

"I'm fine."

His face fell when I spoke and he bit his lower lip. "Just consider..." He started to say but I cut in quickly because we had gotten to my bus stop and I was running late for my class.

"I'm fine for now. But if I ever need your help, I'll let you know." I said.

He still looked worried but he brightened up a bit after I had spoken. "Promise me." He said but I pretended not to hear him.

"I'm off." I said and opened the door.

He looked like he was about to say more but I did not wait around to listen. I watche