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Chapter nineteen
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2021-11-01 18:53:50đ Chapter Nineteen đ
Peter Wellington
Relatives flies from different states and countries just to send their condolences.
I'm locked up in my room, not wanting any disturbance. I've had Mike console me before he left to Oak Hill.
I'm scattered. I wish I knew, I would have done everything ok in my power just to make sure my dad didn't have to die.
A knock on my door distracts me from my thoughts. I ignore it, but the person keeps on knocking.
"Go away." I say, throwing a shoe at my room door, causing a loud thud to echo. I should've gone home instead of staying back at my parents house.
"It's your mum."
"Go away." I repeat, not caring who the fuck she is. I know I'm supposed to be strong and be there for my mum and sister, but I can't. I'm hurting too. I can't pretend to be strong especially when it comes to my dad.
"Please, Peter. I just want to talk." She begs. I can hear the sadness in her voice. I still
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