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38: Once Bitten

Author: Marywan
last update Last Updated: 2024-11-13 18:31:40

E L L E

Sitting alone at home, I couldn't stop thinking about Sebastian and the events of yesterday.

After his little surprise visit, he kept his word and didn't show his face around. I thought I'd feel relief, but the feeling of emptiness only increased.

Why? Why was this happening to me?

I couldn't focus on anything, and everything reminded me of him.

His smell. His touch. His kiss. His eyes. His smile. His voice.

It was driving me crazy.

I hated it.

"Damn him," I mumbled, getting up from the couch.

I needed a drink. Or two. Or three.

Anything to make the thoughts stop.

I went into the kitchen and poured myself a glass of wine. "Maybe that'll help," I said, taking a sip.

I closed my eyes, savoring the taste. I could feel myself relax, the tension in my body easing.

"Hmm, that's better." I drank the whole glass, and poured myself another.

I walked over to the living room and sat down on the couch. "This is so stupid," I said to myself. "Why am I acting like this?"

I shook my head, tr
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