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Me:

That’s hard to believe.

But it’s not your lie.

Toni:

No. It’s not.

Me:

The uncle thing sounds reasonable.

So, you’ve ridden before.

Toni:

Yes, but it was a lifetime ago.

Me:

Did you like it?

Toni:

Yes. As far as I can remember.

I was just a kid, and it was just around the block.

Maybe you could take me again sometime.

Me:

Maybe.

I think it’s time for me to crash.

I’m beat.

Toni:

I’m sorry.

I shouldn’t have said that.

Me:

Don’t sweat it.

It’s just been a day.

Toni:

Yes, it has.

I hope you sleep well.

Me:

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