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As they waited, Elara pulled out her phone, snapped a blurry photo of Mina mid-yawn, and typed a note into her journal app. Mina pretended not to notice.

“I’m glad it’s still the 16th,” Elara said suddenly. “I was afraid I’d sleep through the whole day.” Loving ladies 2024 01 16 -- 00-33-1226-04 Min

Elara turned to face her fully. The orange glow from the Waffle House sign painted half her face gold. “Nothing. Except that it’s today. And I’m here. With you.” As they waited, Elara pulled out her phone,