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SIR.

Me

Good girl.

She takes a moment to respond as I watch the three bubbles dance along the screen. I decide to be more intentional with my approach because it’s possible she’ll disappear again if I play along with her.

Me

When can I see you again?

Sunflower

Depends.

Me

On what?

Sunflower

When you get the hell out of my house, I’ll consider it.

Me

I need to buy you a toothbrushfor my place. ;)

Sunflower

Greyson “I don’t know your middle name” Park!

Me

It’s Dae-Hyun, after my dad.

Sunflower

Greyson Dae-Hyun Park!

Me

I love it when you call out my name. :)

I see the three bubbles appear and disappear, then reappear again before they stop for a moment. I wonder if I came on too strong and scared her off again. I set my phone down and look around the apartment. I notice Audrey reading on the couch with Peach snuggled on her lap. Chimes fill the air, causing me to turn around and panic when I see exactly who’s calling me.

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incoming call: sunflower

Greyson

Manhattan, NY | January 8, 2024

Incoming:Video Call from Sunflower

“Shit. She’s calling.”

She stares at me deadpan and says, “pick it up and talk to her. You’ve got this, Grey.”

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