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2025-04-23 23:55:39The bus finally stopped, and I stretched my arms, relieved to be away from home—even if just for a few days. This school trip was supposed to be a breath of fresh air. A much-needed escape from everything… especially Edward and Cole.
Three days of peace. No fake smiles. No walking on eggshells. Just me, my classmates, and a normal school trip.
I slung my backpack and hand-carry over my shoulder, following the rest of the students off the bus. I didn’t bring much—just a few clothes and essentials. This was just a short getaway for me.
We were at some nature retreat with hiking trails, lakes, and a bunch of outdoor activities I wasn’t exactly excited about. But it didn’t matter. As long as I was far from that suffocating house, I was good.
I took a deep breath, inhaling the scent of pi
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