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The Family Dinner

Author: Kadene
last update Last Updated: 2024-10-29 19:42:56

I still can't believe I'm going to Tyler's family dinner. I hate family dinners. I don't even like attending my own family's dinner and yet here I am. He's going to owe me big time for this.

I took a deep sigh to mentally and physically prepare for this night and take a look in my full length mirror. I look simple which was what I was going for. I was in a simple casual light purple dress that I got for Christmas and my brown sandals. My hair was caught in a messy ponytail. I put my phone into my small shoulder bag and went downstairs.

My father and Sarah were laughing in the living room when I went down the stairs. I couldn't help the smile that took over my face when I saw then together. I was so glad that my father was happy again. I couldn't ask for anything more.

"I'm leaving now." I announced, drawing their attention.

Dad looked up at me. "Okay sweetheart. Have a good time." He said.

"And please say hello to Rachel for me." Sarah added.

"Okay, thanks. I will." I waved at both of
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