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OLIVIA

I pack my things carefully into my bag, making sure not to forget anything. After double checking that everything is already there, I sling my bag over my shoulder, ready to leave.

"Olivia!"

I hear Aiden call out, but I pretend not to hear him. I need to get away from this place, before he gets there. I don't want to see him. I don't want to talk to him. He should just leave me alone.

I step away from the blanket and begin putting on my sneakers. I can hear Aiden's footsteps approaching, and I know he will be here soon. I need to get away quickly.

I finish putting on my sneakers and walk away. I am walking at a brisk pace, but I'm not running.

Before long, I find myself standing outside the garden. My eyelids drop as I realize that I won't be able to have the sweet moments here again. Maybe someday I will come back, either alone or with my best friend.

I turn on my phone and tap open the map app.

Fuck, I can't believe I came all the way here with Aiden without even knowing