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The Old Bridge

Author: Miyah
last update Petsa ng paglalathala: 2026-06-10 17:25:26

Maya’s POV

The sky was still dark when I left the cabin. The cold air touched my face and made me shiver. I wore a warm jacket Liam gave me. My legs felt heavy from the long night. The little girl slept inside with Sarah. I kissed her forehead before I left. She looked so peaceful. She is only five. She should not know fear like this. I survived too many hard days. I let bad men use me for money. Now I walk alone for her. For both children. I cannot fail.

Liam followed me to the edge of the tre
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