Staring at the Asphalt
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Last published Sun, Dec 15, 2019
Emaline Smith and Drew Carlisle had been best friends for almost their entire lives. They were inseparable until they took a chance on a short lived relationship which ended up ruining what they had. Now, years later when Emaline has nearly forgotten Drew, he invites her to a congratulations gala for his promotion at his law firm. Em accepts and immediately feels out of place with Drew and his new life. She must suffer through the week and try to mend what was broken. Emphasis on try.
Inspired by the song "The District Sleeps Alone Tonight" by The Postal Service.
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