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Chapter 21
"Don't overwork yourself. Take things slow. You don’t have to take all the responsibilities.” Phoebe says.
“I know. I was able to get a loan only for the first semester. I will have to do something and come up with the money for the next one too. And then there is the rent too.” I hated thinking about money. The moment I started worrying about the finances, that’s when I started having anxiety attacks. Somedays it just got worse, that I wouldn’t be able to sleep the whole night.
“We can help you with the rent a bit.” Phoebe offers. I shake my head, no.
“I can’t accept that. I can’t always depend on you guys when you have your shit to take care of.” I reply. Phoebe frowns.
“There’s nothing wrong with taking some help sometimes,” Phoebe says softly.
“I know. And trust me I am so grateful that I have you guys.” I tell her
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