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Katherina forced a smile onto her face, trying to appear calm and collected. She dropped the spoon into the pot, not caring if it made a noise or not.

Katherina turned off the stove, no longer interested in making porridge. She needed to focus on this conversation, needed to be completely present in the moment. She took a deep breath, trying to steady herself. Harrison waited patiently, giving her all the time she needed. She turned to Harrison, mustering up all the courage she could find.

Katherina took another deep breath, gathering her thoughts.

"I think... I think we should just ask each other the questions we have in mind," she said, her voice growing stronger. "No more hiding, no more avoiding. We can be honest with each other, can't we?"

Harrison nodded, a look of relief on his face. "I think that's a great idea," he said, his voice warm and reassuring. "We can start with me, if you want."

Katherina smiled, feeling a sense of hope begin to bloom within her. Katherina led H