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t w e n t y - o n e : i can't swim
June 2040
Kara's POV:
It's staring at me, like literally staring. I shouldn't have done it. Why did I take the stupid book?
I hope to God he doesn't notice, but what if he does? I highly doubt that he writes in a diary every day.
But then again, I shouldn't assume.
I'm tempted to read it. I should read it, or else what the hell was the point in taking it? It's a thick black leather book. It looks somewhat worn, but largely unused. It's probably just filled with gaming or sports stuff.
I should try to return it--ASAP. Like right now.
"Kara!", mom calls from behind the door. "Open up!"
"Here I come", I reply. Oh lord.
I open the door to see her standing with her arms crossed, sporting a disapproving look. She's holding something: a rectangular pink and white box.
Wait.
"Mom, are you serious?", I slap my forehead. She can't be serious
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