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Claire

Author: P.Ryncess
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NOAH

It was past 4 p.m., and I was on my way to see Claire. If someone had told me a few days ago that I’d willingly go see her, I would’ve laughed—or fought them for even suggesting it. But here I was, headed to the hospital.

Dianne had insisted I go alone, and now I was starting to regret agreeing. I didn’t know what to expect. Would I feel sorry for her? What was I even supposed to say?

The driver pulled up in front of the hospital not long after. I stepped out and walked straight into the reception area. I told the receptionist I was here to see Claire. Technically, I was supposed to wait until visiting hours, but I guess being somewhat known for my work had its perks—I was allowed in early.

I approached her ward and pushed the door open gently, letting it close behind me.

She was lying there, eyes shut.

Ten years. It had been ten years since I last saw her, and now she was right in front of me—sick, fragile.

I just stood there for a moment.

“I don’t even know what
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