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Grayson's dialogue is written in bold.

Nessa's dialogue is written in italics.

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"Hey."

"You should most definitely switch to Central High School."

"And why's that?"

"Well, first of all, I'm here. Second of all, we have an ice cream machine now."

"There was a hint of ego in that first sentence, but either way I'm sold."

"Okay, I guess there was a hint of ego in that sentence. My bad."

"I guess it's alright, but yeah, I'm definitely switching to Central if there is an ice cream machine."

"Exciting right?"

"Very."

"..."

"..."

"Gray?"

"Hmm?"

"I'm worried about you."

"Don't do that."

"I'm gonna do it anyway."

"Why would you?"

"I, I care about you."

"Thanks Nessie."

"When are you coming home?"

"I'm just giving Aaron time to chill out."

"It's been three days."

"..."

"Don't you think that's enough?"

"No, not for Aaron."

"Where are you?"

"If I tell you, I risk Aaron finding out."

"How's he gonna find out if you tell me?"

"He knows that I've been there, so he may be back. And I don't want to put you in jeopardy because you know where I am now."

"I appreciate the concern, but I can handle him. I did the other day."

"He was being nice... for whatever reason."

"Okay, I'm sure that's what it was."

"Sarcasm, really? I'm being serious."

"We've been serious long enough. Come on, Gray."

"Okay fine. When can we hang out again?"

"As soon as you come out of hiding."

"That makes me want to come get you right now."

"Slow your roll, Cowboy."

"Come on, Nessie. You know you want to see me too. Every since you laid your eyes on me, you've been in love."

"Speaking for yourself?"

"Maybe."

"Are you safe, Gray?"

"Yes, I'm safe."

"I don't want to hang up, but I'm getting really tired."

"It's okay, Nessa. I'll still be here tomorrow. Talk to ya later."

"Goodnight, Grayson."

"Goodnight, Ness."

-call ended-

"I'm scared, Gray."

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Surprise! I'm back, at least for now. Life is freaking amazing and I love it... but it keeps throwing me curve balls. That's why I'm so inconsistent. But, I'm still here, AND I still love you guys.

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