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Chapter 67 – Odds and Sods
"Hey old lady, you missed your bus."
I remembered clearly the day and time I heard those words from the homeless guy whom I did not notice at first. I was thinking I was too preoccupied with many things.
“You missed your chance,” He said, emphasizing something that shouldn’t have happened if I didn’t miss my ride. He told me to walk although he knew I seemed to be in a hurry but reminded me not to miss my chance again.
“Be careful of falling debris,” I whispered, snapping my fingers to understand it better. I was dumbed thinking he was referring to a safety hazard caution from a construction company.
“What sweetheart?” asked Dad.
Both my hands were holding my head. It was like it will explode anytime now. I closed my eyes. I was so stupid not to realize it sooner. Of course, he was speaking in metaphor. I have to be on guard, be careful of people who will break us apart.
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