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72: Breaking Under The Weight
Jillie
I was utterly confused. Jarren was acting odd, and I had no idea what that was supposed to mean, but I knew how to find out. Turning, I began to head into the room but stopped only a few steps over the threshold. Air trapped itself in my lungs. Even with his back to me, I would know him anywhere.
“Aaden,” I stated softly.
“Happy birthday, baby girl.” He responded, turning to me.
“What are you doing here?”
He smiled slightly. “I haven’t missed a birthday you’ve had since Kindergarten.”
“I thought you said-”
“I know what I said,” he said, cutting me off. “Let’s just say that Jarren can be very persuasive when necessary.” He finished rubbing his jaw.
I sat on the bed and just stared at him for a moment. I would have to
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