Part 22

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I was by myself that day.

You stood across from me leaning against the railings.

I stared at you and you noticed me after a long time.

We made eye contact.

Your eyes reddened, your face more dull than it used to be.

You stared into my eyes and smiled softly.

I knew that smile,

That forced, fake smile to avoid being questioned.

You forgot how often I did it too that I recognized yours immediately.

She hurt you again, I knew.

I didn't smile back.

I looked away instead.

You walked away then and I noticed more tears in your eyes.

And I knew it wasn't because of me,

You simply remembered my warnings that finally came true.

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