Shan's POVCiara and I walked towards the restaurant hand in hand. We decided to return, and now it's time to confront him. I sighed and thought to myself, "It's time to give him a chance to let me love myself," and I appreciated Ciara's support and understanding. I looked at my side, who was smiling, and realized that I adored her. It was my fault that it took me so long to discover it. I can't afford to lose her, and I'm not sure what I'll do if she vanishes with me. I noticed that mom, dad, and Phillip were still present when we arrived at the restaurant. I'm not sure what to call him yet, but I'm not sure I want to call him Dad. When Mom and Dad noticed me, they stood up and approached me. Mom hugged me and held my face, his eyes red, "Shan, I'm glad you're back," she murmured before letting go of our embrace,
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