Chapter 9: Fear and Affection

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  As they sat in the car, catching their breath and processing the events of the night, Ava turned to Caleb and asked, "What now?"   Caleb opened his eyes, still looking shaken."Take me inside," Caleb said, his voice weak.   Ava looked at him with concern but didn't ask any questions. She got out of the car and walked around to the passenger side, helping Caleb out. As they walked towards the house, Ava noticed that the lights were on inside, but she didn't say anything.   As they reached the door, Ava turned back to Caleb and said, "Wait, hold on. Let me clean up inside."   Caleb nodded, leaning against the wall for support. Ava went inside, leaving him standing there. She quickly tidied up the living room, putting away any signs of her presence. She didn't want Caleb to know that she

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