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Sapphire

Two hours had passed before I realised that it was time for me to go home. Sean’s mother was out of town for work, hence he didn’t have any problem letting me stay at his place for a while. He even asked me to stay the night at his place if it helped me, but I declined. I was glad he was helping me, but right now, I just wanted to be alone. Moreover, Juliette would definitely grow suspicious if I told her I wanted to spend the night with Sean. I could’ve lied and said I was sleeping over at Nina’s but I just didn’t want to risk it.

Thankfully, Sean didn’t force me to stay with him either. He understood that I wished to be alone for a while. Without further questioning, he offered to drive me home.

When Sean dropped me home, he thought it was important to let my sister know about what happened today. I obviously opposed it.

"Sean, you don't understand." I tried convincing. “It’s the last thing Juliette will want to know. She won’t take it well.”

"It's important Sapphire, s