Natalie’s POVthe door clicked shut behind me with a soft thud that somehow sounded louder than it should have. the silence in my apartment was a relief. A barrier between me and the chaos that occurred today. I peeled my clothes off and made my way towards the bathroom. I twisted the knob to the left. the pipes groaned in protest before the scalding water blasted from the faucet, steam billowing almost instantly against the glass.I stepped into the shower, and the burning water hit my shoulders like a punishment and comfort at the same time. the sting reminded me that I was still here, still breathing.the heat loosened my muscles, but not my thoughts. My forehead found the cool tile wall, and I let out a breath I didn't know I was holding.I continued to stay in there for another 15 minutes before stepping out.I decided to put aside the mole who leaked my design for now. I think I can only handle one problem at a time, and right now I need to focus on Luke.for now.I put on som
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