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“No.”

“Was this guy someone who hurt you?”

I wish he had. It would have been easier. “No, I hurt him. I had to… end things.”

She stares at me. “I’m sorry. What do you need me to do? Let me know how I can help.”

“I’ll be okay.” I attempt a smile and dab at the corners of my eyes. “I’ll be fine.”

That’s what I have to tell myself from now on.

That I’ll be fine even if deep down I don’t believe it.