Elastic Heart (Z.M)
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Last published Tue, Mar 1, 2022
An unlikely pair find solace in each other. A story about compassion, lust, and hatred.
"I used to build dreams about you."
- F. Scott Fitzgerald, "Benediction"
Started: February 25th, 2018 (originally June 22nd, 2015)
Completed:
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This story is based on the song "Elastic Heart" by Sia and "Unforgettable" by French Montana ft. Swae Lee
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