Seeking Solace 03.08.15
Note: This chapter contains mild Skilene.
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“Marlene?” Skipper called from behind Marlene.
Marlene sat in the park, staring at her reflection in the pond. She looked in Skipper’s direction, but couldn’t meet his eye. “What are you doing here?” she asked.
Skipper frowned. “Someone told me they saw you leave the zoo. I was worried. What’s wrong?” he asked sitting next to her.
Marlene glanced at him, afraid to answer. “It’s nothing. I just came out here to think.”
Skipper studied her. “Marlene, I know you. Something is troubling you. You know...
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