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Ruined [Shawn Mendes] AU
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"The question is, once something is ruined or destroyed in some way, is there any hope of bringing it back to what it once was through our determination and best restoration efforts? Or is it pointless to try? Would it be better for us to come to terms with the realization that nothing is permanent and maybe whatever has been left in ruins, has already served its purpose and reached its inevitable outcome?" Professor DuPont asked the class of grad students as he began his lecture.
Michelle pondered what he was saying, and once again was amazed by how he always gave her something to think about; not just about architecture and design and restoration of old structures, but about the world and life itself. She knew she'd learn a lot during her time in Paris, and probably more than she ever expected.
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