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“Honey?” Jason looked up to see Connie fidgeting at the doorway. “Come in.” Connie relaxed at his gentle tone and walked into his room. “They said you haven’t touched dinner. Are you okay?” Jason sighed and ruffled his hair. “I’m fine.” Connie licked her lips unconsciously as she sat down next to him. Her hands continued to fidget in her lap as she thought about what to say. Glancing over, she noted Jason’s condition: his eyes were vacant and his body seemed stiff. “Is there anything I can help you with?” Jason finally turned to look into her soft pleading eyes. With a sigh, he took her hands into his own. “I got a call… I have to go out for a few days, maybe a week or two.” “Is it something bad?” “It’s something I need to take care of.” Connie chewed on her lower lip, unsure i
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