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“I am in a constant state of surprise these days. Actually, now that I calculate, I've been betrothed only one full day, but it seems like my whole life has come into being in the last twenty-four hours. Think of it! We could have gone on longing for one another and pretending not to notice forever. This obsession with dignity can ruin your life if you let it”

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Mary Ann Shaffer

Mary Ann Shaffer was a talented writer known for her unique literary style and profound emotional insight. Her works often explore themes of family, love, and identity, and have been beloved by readers. more

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