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Sobering up just enough.
Just enough to move right.
When I finished, I tossed the trash and nodded at him.
“Aight, Unc. I’m headed home.”
“Be safe, nephew.”
“Always.”
I stepped outside.
Quiet again.
Street lights flickering.
My car sitting where I left it.
Same as before.
I walked up to it, getting myself ready for a late-night ride to the hills.
My hand reached for the door.
Then—
Something in my chest fluttered.
Like a warning.
Like something whispering?—
Don’t.
I paused.
Eyes narrowing slightly.
“Nah…” I muttered.
Beep.
My heart dropped.
I TURNED AND RAN.
Fast.
Full sprint.
Adrenaline was kicking in before my brain could catch up.
Boom!
The explosion hit.
Loud.
