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You didn’t text when you said you would.
Hello?
Sera, answer me.
Where are you?
You’re worrying me.
Why are you not picking up?
Please be okay, dolcezza. I don’t know what I’d do without you.
Answer me before I find you myself.
Are you okay?
Call me when you can.
Pick. Up.
I’m going out of my mind.
If you’re with another man…he’s dead. Fucking warning you. I won’t be cockblocked after all this.
This is the final text. I’m coming for you if I don’t hear from you soon.
The last one was sent minutes ago. If he showed up at my house in Ostia, he’d blow up so many of the lies I’ve told Madre in the past few months, so if there’s one benefit of turning my phone on, it’s keeping him stable for the time being.
Me
I’m okay. I’m so sorry for not getting back to you. My phone’s been off. I’m fine. Don’t go to my house please.
After I send it, my breath is stilted until he responds. Within seconds of the message being delivered, the status switches toReadand bubbles appear.
<3
Where the fuck have you been?
Me
I’m sorry, can’t explain. I’ve been with out of the country my brother.
<3
Where?
Me
Can’t say. Pretty sure we’re heading home today. Can I see you tomorrow? Please. I’ve missed you.
<3
It’s not even a question. I’ll see you as soon as you’re back.
Me
