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The idea of not having Hora with me for the next two days was beyond dreadful. If I experienced separation anxiety when Crystal was gone, what more would it be without Hora? She's been with me since forever! Even in my previous life. We're like salt and pepper—never the same without the other! Haaaah… how would I ever survive this weekend?
But more than my measly worry, what's more important was Hora and her aunt's family. I hope they're all okay…
'Ugh… Silky. You're just a teenager but look at the mess you caused. Now, everyone is worried about you and your family. What in the world is going on?'