Prologue

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"Celestia, we both know that if you run, if you go out, if you leave my side, if you leave me, they will find you." He looked at her, his eyes brimming with tears he was holding.

"I must. I know you understand. For how can I survive this harsh world if I am always sheltered under someone's protection? How am I to learn if I will always depend on others for my well-being?" She looked away, afraid of seeing him. If she does look, it will only be harder for her to leave.

"Please... Just stay." He pleaded. She was already fighting back tears. The both of them were.

She turned away.

"I have to." She finally said and started walking away.

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