Promise

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When I wake up, the bed is cold and empty. I groan and move an arm over my face to block the little light there is in the bedroom. I'm still tired as s**t and my whole body seems sore. As I try to remember what happened last night, the smell of chocolate cake washes over me and pulls me awake. A smirk dances on my lips and I open my eyes slowly, brushing a hand over my face and trying to push the sleep haze away. As I push myself up I spot Lila all dressed up, sitting on the sill. Her knees are up on to her chest and she is hugging them tightly, her head lying on her knees, as she looks outside. "Lila? " I call out and it seems that my voice startles her, because she suddenly stiffens and her head turns abruptly to me. I sit up , half covered by the blanket, as i run a hand through my h

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