Forty-Four

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Frankie: When I was left with just me, I saw a piece of myself, my old self, return as I looked in the mirror while brushing my teeth. I felt small and fearful, like I needed to walk on eggshells. For a second, I considered getting dressed and slipping on my shoes. If Ty came, I would be ready that way. I used to sleep in the packhouse of Pinnala, fully clothed and prepared for anything, and for a moment, it crossed my mind. "We aren't that girl anymore, Frankie. We can't let fear have a place in our heart. Do you know why I am your darker half?" My other being asked. Her question made me stop to consider why I had called her that. It was primarily because she looked and thought so differently than I did. "It's because of our difference in consciousness. Because of you, I get a piece

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