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Will he show up at CBU and threaten me again? Or Elijah?

Do I need to warn Charlie?

Will he show up at my house in Longwood every time I’m home for break?

How can I ever feel safe again?

I totter back to my room in a haze, throwing on one of Elijah’s T-shirts before crawling into bed, finally checking my phone in hope of a distraction.

HONEY BEE

Honey Bee

Babe?

What are you up to? Wanna FaceTime?

It’s only 10:30 and you’re a self-proclaimed night owl. Everything okay?

As I’m holding the phone, a FaceTime comes in from Elijah. I reject it immediately.

Honey Bee

Okay, now I know you’re awake. You rejected my call in .5 seconds lol

I sigh, rolling onto my stomach, deciding to reply so he doesn’t worry.

Me

Sorry, I was showering and reading a book

Honey Bee

Okay, get that inspo ?? Was just worried about you

Can we FaceTime? I really miss your face

Tears drip onto the screen as I stare down at it. I press it firmly against the blankets, wiping the moisture away.

Me

You saw me like two hours ago

Honey Bee

And you said it yourself. That was too long ago.

Me

You’ll see me first thing in the morning. ??

Honey Bee

Okay. Sleep tight, babe. ??

Me

You too, honey bee ??

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