16. I <3 my amputater

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The sound of a car’s engine starting has me shifting from sleep to wakefulness.

When I realize I’m surrounded by him, I release a sigh, turn so that he tightens his arms around me, and allow myself to rest.

Funny how you can send a girl the decapitated head of her kidnapper and it sows the seeds of trust, isn’t it?

Humming happily, I sleep.

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