While I was away
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Last published Sun, May 17, 2026
"I've ruined so many things because I was sad."
Mon'a's life is a tumultuous storm of addiction and mental illness, isolating her from the world. Enter the enigmatic Kamilah, who becomes an unexpected ally. As their affection grows amidst a backdrop of secrets and shadows, Mon'a is forced to confront her past and unearth the strength within to survive her afflictions. Will Mon'a break free from her destructive patterns, or will she succumb to the darkness within?
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