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Shakened Core

Author: Megti
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Ryan's anger softened, replaced by understanding. He reached out and tapped Ethan's shoulder, offering a comforting tap "It's alright, man," he reassured, his voice gentle. "We all make mistakes when emotions are running high.

Ryan gazed at Ethan, his concern deepening. "So..,What's been bothering you lately?" he asked, his voice filled with genuine care.

Ethan's eyes met Ryan's, his face filled with a mixture of sadness and longing. "Seeing Camila go... it's been weighing heavily on me, Ryan," he confessed, his voice heavied with sorrow. "I can't seem to find my footing here in America anymore. It's like a part of me has been ripped away."

Ryan's heart ached for his friend, empathizing with the pain Ethan was experiencing. "I can only imagine how difficult it must be," he replied softly, his voice full of understanding.

" I Really need to do something as fast as possible" Ethan said.

Ryan's eyes widened with disbelief as Ethan made his unexpected declaration. "What do you intend to
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