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2021-05-27 18:13:45I stared at the blank ceiling as I lay down on the bed, waiting for Sean to wake up. When he awoke, I let him eat first before showing him the piece of paper I found under the glass of water. Sipping on my camomile tea to help me relax, I watch him as he read the words scribbled on it and stares at it for a while. When he looks at me, I know he'll ask who gave me the letter so before he could even open his mouth to say a word, I spoke,
"I think it came from the bellboy who delivered the foods. I see the glimpse of his eyes, and he looks young. He needs help."
Taking a deep breath, Sean stood up and I followed him through my gaze as he approaches the closet and rummages for clothes.
"You taking a shower?" I ask.
Without looking, he replies, "Yea. Want to join me?"
Pulling a pair of black t-shirt and khaki shorts, he tossed it just enough for the clothes to land above the bed with his black boxer briefs. I bit
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