Closer Than I Thought
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Last published Wed, Aug 30, 2023
A/N: I want to say thank you to those of you who clicked on my story, I hope you enjoy it.
Warning ⚠️, this story contains strong themes or language some people won't necessarily be comfortable with, and if that's the case, I advise you to read something a little more light and take care of yourself.
I thank you again for reading this story, now without further ado...
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Lana McCarthy had never imagined that her peaceful life would do a complete 180.
The traumatizing events invaded her mind and occupied her thoughts changing her and her naive mind completely. It made way for and granted hardships she didn't think would happen to her or ones that she couldn't even fathom.
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