When We Were Us
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Last published Tue, Sep 3, 2024
Benjamin Castillo (A.k.a Ben or Benny) never knew how to love. His parents left him at four years old with his aunt, who's known for her gambling addiction, and his uncle, who's a known alcoholic. It doesn't take a genius to know that lifestyle isn't of luxury.
Finally after fourteen years, he's been able to move out on his own. With his busy schedule filled with school and multiple part time jobs, he never found time to do much of anything.
While first moving into his apartment, he'll never guess who visits.
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Tw: Depression, Self harm, Mental Illnesses, mentions of SA and Domestic Abuse.
(WILL add a more detailed warning before chapter begins for chapters including one or more of TW above)
Names are coincidental and are not based on real people. Also most places are fictional.
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