Simpler Things
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Alyson couldn't help but worry about the future. Working out simple problems was a pass time. Over thinking was a given, making friends wasn't a necessity. She would eventually graduate and work out what she'd do with her future. But nothing was more intriguing then what happened the next week.
One night later, James Cameron is found dead, leaned against the willow tree in her front yard. When all evidence is found and no suspects arise, Alyson steps in. Willing to accept whatever truth humanity has waiting, she starts researching and finds a means to an end. But at what cost?
"I studied my yard. Every dark silhouette, every star in the night sky. I wondered what would've happened if I had gone outside or if I left the lights on. None of this helps, but I couldn't help but think, could I have prevented the death of James Cameron?"
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