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Chapter 31: Addiction (pt2)
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2024-10-29 19:42:56I got in the shower. The water washed away my tears. I shouldn't be this upset. Things with Lee were never supposed to get this far anyways. I should be thrilled. The choice had been made. It's Grayson. Grayson who has always supported me and saved me and didn't judge my addiction.
Shit I should call him. Our minds must be linked or something. When I grabbed my phone off of the counter I had a text from him.
Rain check on today? (pun intended) storm is causing problems at work love u the most
Damn it. I could really use some cuddling from him, especially on a day like this.
When I exited the bathroom, Lee was back.
"Don't worry, I'll be gone in a few minutes." I said.
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