A few days later, I texted her and asked what color was the dress she would be wearing. My idea was to buy a black suit and wear a shirt and tie the same color as her dress. I found myself texting her a few times after that for one reason or another and was actually getting to like her, as much as you can get to know someone over text. She was funny and seemed to be easy going.
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The day finally arrived. Nervously, I got out of my car and walked up to her apartment. Mia lived only with her mom. Her father had left when she was only 2 years old, and they never heard from him after that day. I lightly knocked on the door and her mother answered. She seemed happy to see me and quickly moved to the side as she invited me in.
“I hope you don't mind waiting. She's almost done. You know
