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CHAPTER 49
"What are your plans now?"
I was busy eating in the table when Sew appeared. I really avoided her for many weeks because of shame. I am feeling so embarrass because of my immature act these past few days. I really scold myself big time for making her worry and feel bad. I just gave headache to her.
"What do you mean?" I asked in monotone. Good thing I didn't stutter. I sipped on my water while not looking at her. I am really ashamed. I don't have the face and guts to look at her in the eye.
"I am asking if what are your plans," she repeated.
"I... I don't have..." I said and shook my head. "I don't know what to do. B-But maybe, I will just continue living and wait 'till death..."
She almost stomped her feet. "Come on, Astra. You are being selfish! Think of the people who loves you!"
"There is?" Tears started to form in my eyes.
"Of course
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