Derek

"I'm right here."

I turned to see Malcolm standing behind me. I felt relief wash over me as I set my eyes on him.

Malcolm is my backbone. I rely too much on him, and he's never given me a reason not to. I wonder what I'd do without him.

"Malcolm!" I called happily.

I put my position aside and rushed towards my friend. I hugged him tightly and l held him for dear life.

"How are you?"

"Majesty," he bowed.

"Shh..." I cautioned with my hand on my lips.

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