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The Balconey- Speechless

“So Jamie, how’s life doing for ya since we last saw you?” Brent’s mom took a bite of steak as I answered, “Fine.”

“I see your mother has finally let you out of the house. Of course, I wouldn’t blame her, when one has a pretty face such as yourself.” I stared at her in disbelief for a moment before shaking my head, “No. I’m not pretty.”

“Whatever are ye talking about? You got pretty skin, high cheekbones, and gorgeous colored eyes. Like, are they light amber….or honey….I can’t think of it.” I began blushing from all the praise I was getting. “But…” Brent’s mother began adding, “But those eyes seem to be filled with such sorrow and sleepless nights. Whatever could sadden the bright soul I knew years ago?”

I was left speechless with this statement, “I-I-well-you see-uhm-Excuse me.” And I rushed up their stairs as my tears that I held in finally poured out. I ran back into what I guessed was Brent’s bedroom and flopped on his bed, crying into the pillow while inhaling his scent at the same time.

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