CHAPTER 27: Terry
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“You look like crap.” Terry wanted to slap himself in the head. Once again, he’d uttered the exact wrong words.
“Thank you. Goodnight.” Maggie started to close the door.
“Wait. I didn’t mean it like that.” He grabbed the handle.
“I’ve heard that before.” She pulled on the door but was no match for his strength.
“We need to talk.”
“No, we don’t.” She stopped trying to close the door but positioned herself in the doorway, making it apparent she didn’t want him inside.
“Yes, we do.” He stepped closer, her body drawing him near. He ran his finger across her cheek. “You’ve been crying.”
“It’s fine.” She turned her face away but a tear slipped out when she blinked.
“It’s not fine.” He took her hands. “Tell me. I can help.” He tugged her toward him and almost
