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“Well, that’s that, then,” Maya said, placing the half-eaten slice of pizza back in the box. Across from her, Chloe’s face was a mask of forced cheer. Maya, however, felt a lightness she hadn't experienced in years. The thought of Chloe, her ever-present best friend, relocating to Seattle had initially felt like a threat. It felt like something she had to stop. Now that it was real, it gave her a sense of… purpose.

She rose, stretching, the muscles in her back popping pleasurably. “Guess I should get going. I have a lot to do this weekend, now.” She flashed Chloe a genuine smile, a warmth radiating from her chest. Maybe this wouldn’t be so bad after all.