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Destiny invited a waiting Ara to have breakfast with them. A very awkward breakfast.
When it was over she asked Ara to her room but she declined.
"Outside then?"
"Is there not a seat on the balcony?"
"There is." Destiny breathed, clutching to the sides of her dress.
When they got there, Destiny sat on the wicker chair, expecting her to join her but she didn't.
The early morning sun of mid-July warmed Destiny's skin to the point of scorching. July weather in America has always been harsh. She looked down from the blinding sunlight while waiting for Ara to speak.
Ara stood against the railings and placed her hand on it while her eyes remained below, taking in the
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