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Chapter 34

Author: Deep thinker
last update Last Updated: 2023-11-07 21:12:14
James, are you sure about this?" Bella asked, concern etched across her face as she glanced at James.

James took a deep breath, his eyes fixed on the mirror in front of him. "Yeah, I am," he replied, his voice steady, although there was a hint of hesitation. "Should've done this before now. It's better to take it off once and for all than watch it fall off on its own, you know?"

Bella nodded with tears dripping her face, understanding his apprehension.

She knew this change won't be easy for James as he had always loved his long hair.

James had requested for a barber to take down his hair completely when she had pointed out his falling hair earlier.

"I get it, James. It's just a haircut, but I know it means more to you."

James managed a weak smile, "Yeah, it's more than just hair," he admitted. "It's like shedding a part of my past and embracing what is to come."

"You don't have to worry, I'll be by your side." She vowed.

Just then, the barber by the name Greg who had called in for a
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