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Chapter 28: The Epilogue
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2024-10-17 11:12:01Dear Gentle Readers, (This reminds me of Lady Whistledown, haha.) Anyway, I hope you're all doing well and thriving in life. If not, I pray that everything turns around for the better soon. As you conclude this story, I want to take a moment to reflect on the choices we make in our lives. For some of you, this may not feel like a happy ending. Life often presents difficult decisions that force us to give up what matters most. In those moments, we have to weigh our hearts against the greater good, and sometimes, that means sacrificing our deepest desires. I know many of you can relate to this struggle. It’s part of the human experience—a reminder that love and loss often walk hand in hand. Thank you for joining me on this journey, and I hope it resonates with you in a meaningful way. With gratitude, Sunshine
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