"I can't just leave them behind. What am I supposed to tell them if they start asking questions?"
"I don't know, I guess just lie to them. Say that we're moving to the other side of the country because you need space or something like that. If it's not believable, they won't suspect a thing."
"I wouldn't lie to them." He objected.
"Then, tell them that you're sick or something. You can take care of yourself, and you can still be close to me and my family."
He remained silent.
"So, are you coming home with me tonight?" I inquired.
His eyes widened slightly before he shook his head.
"I-I-I can't do that." He stuttered nervously.
"Why not?" I asked confused. "Aren't you tired of being alone?"
He stared silently into my eyes.
"I am." He murmured. "I just can't. It's dangerous."
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