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Chapter 97: A Shoulder to Lean on
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2026-05-11 14:13:29“There is not much to say. Same dream I always have– happy memories from when she was alive.” He swallows hard, forcing himself to meet Anna’s concerned gaze. “Waking up alone afterward is the worst part. Reminds me how long it has been since anyone was there to hold me when I am scared.” The confession slips out before he can censor it, raw and vulnerable in a way he rarely allows himself to be. His grip on her waist becomes firmer, pulling her flush against his chest as if seeking physical
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