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The Ones We Couldn't Save

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last update Last Updated: 2025-03-23 22:41:06

SELENA’S POV:

A FEW DAYS LATER:

“I totally apologize for calling and instantly giving you instructions, but I thought you need to see it.”

After watching the news and hanging up the call, the same number called again. I sucked my teeth and instantly snapped shouting, “What the hell do you want?” And it was accompanied by a low voice introducing himself as Joey and an apology from him.

I let out a breath and held my forehead, taking a seat, “Hello Joey.” I simply said still trying to calm myself down, by doing a breathing exercise.

“You seem tense, and I’m certain it’s not because of this news. Or am I wrong? Are you okay?” He asked softly and his voice was so low and full of care, it felt like he was here and I could just talk to him.

“I’m not but I am certain everything will be fine.” I shared, reassuring not him but myself and I could hear him hum.

“I’m sure it will be.” He reaffirmed and I nodded about to bid him farewell.

However just as I was just about to, he said, “Will you
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