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Chapter 19

Author: Symplyayisha
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"I think you are just scared. That's why you don't see yourself going further with him."

Melissa frowned. "Scared of what?"

"I don't know. Probably of things getting sour after your good time together. I mean, you all had the best time of your lives four years ago. In as much as you hate to admit it, you were hurt when you woke up and saw that he left."

"I know you both want to jump on each other when you see yourselves. You are just scared of the aftermath of that."

Melissa shook her head.

"Come on, babes. You know I am telling the truth."

"If that is the reason why you are so insecure, then I think you should talk to Damien about it. There is nothing bad in confronting him about what he really wants with you. You switching your emotions kind of makes you seem like a bitch. Do not make him get tired of you."

"Thank you for your kind words. But I don't think I am going to talk to him about that."

"Why? You are being stubborn again."

"No. I don't think Damien cares that much."

"Wait! D
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