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she had fallen asleep soon after that.

it was surprising how fast she laid to rest.

the pain should have been nearly unbearable.

but she was numb.

this had been the worst.

her cheeks, tear stained.

and her body all bloody and bruised.

she gave up, not wanting any more to do with this life.

all she wanted was to die.


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