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*Big sister mode activated*

I wince. Things have been uneasy with her since I moved four months ago; she’s been keeping a very close eye on me.

It’s tough when people have a fixed view of you. She still sees me as her anxious, hermit little sister, avoiding risks and people.

But people change.

Daphne

No thank you!!!

Juni

I looked up Cameron. Have you seen these articles?

Daphne

Don’t want to.

Juni

Don’t be naive. Look at this article.

Cameron Hastings bares it all…

I delete her message. I promised Cameron that I wouldn’t look him up or peruse tabloid drama. And I don’t want to. He hasn’t done anything to break my trust.

Daphne

There are always two sides to every story.

Unless he did something illegal, I don’t care about rumors.

Juni

Be serious.

Daphne

Thank you for caring, but please respect my wishes.

I have this under control.

Juni

But you are not a casual relationship type of girl.

If you catch feelings, he’ll just hurt you.

Then I’ll have to fly over there and hurt him.

She’s saying it as if I’m intending to make a lifelong commitment to this man, and I’m not. All in all, I’ve known Cameron for such a short time, and in that time, I’ve really liked who he is. I want to keep getting to know him…and maybe kiss him, damn it!

Daphne

Juni, I’m not a kid anymore.

You can cut the bodyguard act.

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