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Nate held her tight. "Youre safe... you're okay..." he whispered, feeling awful he couldn't do more than comfort her.
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"I need you.....Please, make the voices stop...Please, Nate..."
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Tears came to his eyes. He felt awful that he couldn't help. "I don't know how to help, Dakota... do you want to try going to a therapist? Someone who can help?" He asked gently.
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"Are you sure?" He asked. "They can help you,"
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"No..I just need you..." She said, her voice nearly begging
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Nate nodded, "Im right here... I've got you," he comforted her.
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"I love you...so much.." She said, closing her eyes and trying to sleep
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"I love you more..." he whispered, holding her tight.
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"Promise?" SHe asked, half asleep
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