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153. Selena
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Clara's POVI looked up to meet her eyes and shook my head. That's when a sly smile appeared on Selena's lips."Keith said that he couldn't live without me. He was so worried that he couldn't think straight when he thought he might lose me."I paused my chewing. I took my time with my food and set my sandwich aside. Out of nowhere, I feel my appetite is gone. I'm aware of it; I understand how precious she is to him and how much guilt Keith would feel if anything happened to Selena.“Yes, Selena. I can see it all from when Keith received the call from the hospital informing him that you had an accident. Who wouldn't feel concerned when you got a call telling you your friend is getting hit by a car?" I offered her a reassuring smile, "We're really glad to see you're alright now."Selena's smirk disappeared. She stepped closer, her gaze fixed on me in a way that sent a shiver down my spine. Then they took a seat in one of the empty chairs directly in front of me. Selena looked at my fa
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Clara's POV"I haven't forgotten about you, Selena. I was actually planning to get you some flowers too. I just haven't given it to you yet." Keith said, "Hey, don't feel down."His voice faded slightly. As if watching her become sad brought a wave of sadness over him too. “So, where is it? I don't see any flowers for me." Selena offered a wistful smile, "It's okay, Keith. If you weren't planning on buying me flowers, you didn't need to do it."She then returned the bouquet to me. And I accepted it right away. Keith gave flowers to me, didn't he? I suppose I should be the one to keep it then. Selena glanced back at us one last time before turning and walking away. I could sense her disappointment. She's truly sad; the best friend who was always by her side every years on her birthday seems to have been overlooked this time. Suddenly, the bouquet in my hand felt heavy, as if holding it was somehow wrong.That's when Keith stopped her "Wait, Selena."Selena came to a sudden halt. I
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