part 2: Things take a turn

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A new child came in today. Her name was Sally. I think she is really pretty. With her blonde hair and smile. I haven't talked to her yet but im thinking about it. Suddenly Billy ,the orphanage bully, came and pushed me to the ground and shouted "I see you looking at the new girl. If you think you have a chance then you are crazy! She is way out of your league burnt face!" Instead of commenting back and fighting I just curled up in a ball. Then a pain started coming from my stomach. Billy had kicked me in the gut. He did it again and again. In my head all I could think of was "why is it me? Why can't I just die?" Then I heard a shout. As I opened my eyes I saw the new girl pushing Billy back. Instead of fighting back Billy just scuffed and walked off. She bent down and asked if I was ok. I looked up and said "yeah." Suddenly I saw horror in her face and she jumped back alittle and replied "oh I didn't know that you..."

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