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Zion's scent on his hoodies was now faint to the extent that I could only imagine it. My heart ached for not seeing Zion for two months and two weeks. Although the calls were often, they didn’t soothe the ache that grew in my chest each time I thought about him and craved to be in his strong hands.I snatched my phone from the table and hovered over the dial button.‘Am I starting to be an overbearing fiancé? What if he is busy?’The negative thoughts got shoved aside when his words filtered into my head. “Don’t ever hesitate to reach out or think you are a burden. I love you and you are a priority.” I exhaled shakily as I finally dialled his number. He answered immediately and the corners of my lips lifted into a smile after hearing his voice.“Hi baby,”“Hi.” I breathed shakily.“Is this the wrong time to call you? I just missed you very much and your hoodies are losing your ingredients.” I complained, my lips forming a pout even if he couldn’t see me.“You don’t have a wrong time
