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Dear You

I woke up to my mother waking me up with quiet urgency. I knew something was wrong. I could feel it.

She said something about getting dressed, continuing to talk for another few minutes. My eyes widened. Three words stuck in my head.

You. Accident. Hospital.

I flew out of my house in my pyjamas,  rushing to the hospital, where I was led to your private room.

It was your last few minutes.

My shoulders shook violently. I cried.

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