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He gave me a small nod “I’ll think about it”

“Der apps but whatever you do, do not take any dating advice from him”

He snorted “He’s my son, Dahlia I already know to switch off when he talks about women”

We shared a chuckle, and I al the subject Very naïve of me

“So, Michael?” he asked abruptly

“Oh, Dad”

“You don’t want to talk about it?”

“There’s nothing left to talk about We got a lot off our chests last night” I studied otten off our chests” “Ultih we both have a clearer picture of what happened, we decided there are too many issues between us to move forward Plus, Michael lives here, and I live in Hartwell The long-distance thing on top of our issues is a disaster waiting to happen”

Dad didn’t bother to ask if I’d think aboutback to Boston He knew I lovedin Hartwell,my jewelry

“I’m sorry it didn’t work out You know I care about Michael I would like you to have so alone any and independent, and I couldn’t be prouder of you I just want you to find someone”

“I promise to try if you promise”

Dad grinned, his di his left cheek “I promise”

I got up and hugged him He held onto my arm and leaned into me when I kissed his cheek

“I can’t wait for Christ home”

“It’s so nice to know you’ll be co home”