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Author: PetuniashWP
last update Last Updated: 2022-07-02 02:46:23

Nate had let me know when he had class so I could help myself into his dorm and collect my things that were left there. We both knew it was best if I gathered my things while he was out because we didn't need the unnecessary awkwardness of having to be stuck with each other for no important reason.

It had been a few days since the breakup and I was starting to feel a little better, keeping myself busy with assignments and studying for exams. The last thing I needed was to dwell on all the memories and moments we shared.

It may have gone downhill towards the end, but the rest of the three years we spent together were too good for me to move on so quickly without being affected whatsoever.

I knew Nate and I were no longer working so part of me felt relieved. It was a flame that had died out a long time ago. It was rational for us to break up. We probably should have sooner.

However, there was still a big part of me that had to get used to this change.

Spending three years with someone,
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    I scrambled into the cafe, dropping down the numerous books I carried onto the table."Woah," Michelle mused, looking up at me. "Someone's got a lot of work.""I hate chemistry," I gritted out tiredly, plopping down into the booth beside Wes, with Michelle and Chris sitting across from us. "Sorry. I am late? Class ran a little longer than it was supposed to."Chris shook his head, "You're all good. We've just been chilling.""Here," Wes pushed the coffee in front of him towards me. "Looks like you need it more than me."I looked at him in awe. "My prince charming. You sure?"Wes nodded, giving me an odd look but his eyes remained lit up and carefree. "Is that even a question? Of course, take it."I smiled gratefully as I helped myself to his coffee because I was exhausted and already had such a long day of classes. My brain was tired.I moved my books out of the way and then folded my hands on the table, looking between my friends. "So, what'd I miss?""Not much," Chris shrugged, sipp

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