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Chapter 18: Lincoln’s POV

Penulis: Nancii Agosto
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After pulling out of Jessie’s driveway, I thought about heading back to my office. But it was late and the very thought of Jessie being alone with Alan made me uneasy. If something were to happen, I’d never forgive myself.

So, I decided to round the block and park just a few houses from back from hers in the event that she might need me.

I knew better than anyone when she wasn’t okay. And after her parents’ death, I felt that it was my responsibility to keep her safe. Jessie and I have known each other for more over a decade. I remember the very first day that I met her.

It was autumn. The leaves were changing and street was covered in them. All in different shades of red, orange and yellow. Just like those old romance movies my mother loved to watch.

I was walking back home from the park just two blocks down away and I saw the moving truck right next door. It was a week before the start of my freshman year in high school. I walked past them and into my house, heading to my room to se
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