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2024-10-29 19:42:56Getting out of the elevator in the car park for the apartments, felt like a thousand pounds were lifted off my chest. I was able to breathe again. Katie felt the awkwardness of the being in the elevator with Tyler. Once we got to her truck, and safely inside, she let out a huge breath. I looked at her. “That was intense. Are you ok?” I nodded and leaned my head back against the headrest and closed my eyes. A migraine was sure to come.
I kept my eyes closed until Katie stopped the truck. I didn’t know if we were on base or what, but then I heard the drive-thru beep. Katie placed our orders for Starbucks, and I was forever grateful for her. She got me my usual order, and I smiled. She handed me my Vanilla Chai Tea Latte and instead of my regular buttered croissant, she got me a brownie. I freaking love her. She knows when I need comfort, and chocolate.
“Hopefully today isn’t too rough on you, I can tell you want to hide away from life right
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