“Look, I can’t be the reason you get held back, ok? You don’t need to be responsible for me and how much of a mess I am.” “Kayce . . .” He sighs heavily. “No. I think you should take the job. You should go.” I’m on my feet and moving toward the door with my keys and my phone and needing to escape right fucking now. “They’re giving you a great opportunity. I think you should take the chance to do this, and do what’s best for you.” His shadow looms large at my back as I shove into my coat and boots. “And where does that leave you? What’s best for you?” “I’m ok here. I’ll be fine.” Lies. All
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