chapter 41: communication miscommunication
Sadie lay still, listening to Jake’s breathing as he slept beside her. The weight of the day’s tension lingered between them, but now, he was resting. She slowly untangled herself from his grasp, careful not to wake him, and slid off the bed. Glancing back at Jake, she sighed and quietly slipped out of the room. She needed a break. All the emotional turmoil, the fights, and the constant pressure were suffocating her. She decided to visit Benita, hoping her friend could provide some clarity or at least a distraction. Walking down the quiet streets, Sadie replayed the last few days in her head, guilt creeping in from every corner. How did everything get so complicated? Arriving at Benita's house, Sadie knocked lightly on the door. After a few moments of silence, she knocked again, but no o
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