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The morning sun cast a golden glow over the room, as Liam watched Penelope carefully pack her bags. He cleared his throat and said, "Penny, I've been thinking about it all night, and I really don't think we should go."

Penelope sighed and shook her head. "I understand your concerns, Liam, but I think we have to do this. It's the only way."

"But what if we get killed, or worse, what if they separate us?" Liam asked, his voice laced with worry.

Penelope turned to face him, her eyes shining with determination. "We have to take that risk. I have faith in us, Liam. We can do this together."

Liam let out a frustrated sigh and ran a hand through his hair. "But what if we can't? What if they reject us again?"

Penelope walked up to Liam and placed a hand on his shoulder. "Liam, we have to try. We can't just sit back and let things continue as they are. We have to make a stand and fight for our love."

Liam looked into Penelope's eyes and saw the unwavering conviction there. He knew then that he