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Chapter 7

Author: Porcelain Sue
I stood up 'distractedly' and headed to the condiment station. There, I scooped three huge spoonfuls of bacon bits and quickly dumped them into my bowl.

I returned to my seat and forced down the urge to wolf it all down, eating with the most elegant manner possible in small bites while keeping a watchful eye on the servers and manager from the corner of my eye.

The server seemed to have a built-in radar. She asked, "Miss, you seem so upset. Would you like to try our new tomato bisque? It's tangy and really helps with your appetite!"

A bowl of tempting tomato bisque appeared in front of me. "Let me get you some snacks too, okay?"

A plate of complimentary fries followed right after.

"Still no word from your boyfriend?" The server came over again, seemingly eager to know what was happening with a tinge of sympathy. She was clearly even more anxious than I was.

I instantly became more wary, realizing she was asking way too often. So, I switched modes, tears filling my eyes again.

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