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The Empty Chair

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last update Tanggal publikasi: 2026-01-21 22:57:01

Alina helped Junior put on his school uniform—the neat navy blue blazer, the small tie she fastened with hands that knew every movement by heart.

The past year doing this. The same morning ritual.

And now, every moment felt precious. Borrowed. Like it could be taken away at any time.

"Done," Alina said softly, straightening Junior's collar for the last time. "So handsome."

Junior looked at the mirror briefly, then turned to hug Alina—suddenly, tightly.

"Mama..." His voice muffled against Alina'
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