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Julie's POV.
Sandy had called to tell me Kirsten said to say hi to me and I felt guilt and sadness all over again which when I decided to pull a few strings at the centre and go visit her. I knew what it was like to be stuck in Sunliak Rehab centre and I knew she'd need a friend.
As I knocked on her door, a series of memories shocked into me and I shuddered as I waved away the nurse and entered.
"Julie?" Kirsten looked up at me and I smiled.
"Hey." I greeted.
"If you don't have alcohol, go away." I knew she was joking by the small smile on her face.
"That's not even funny Kiki." I told her in a blank manner and her smile faded.
"I know." She whispered before standing up to properly greet me. When she hugged me I was slightly taken aback but hugged her tightly. She pulled away and looked intensely at me. "I'm so happy you're here." She told me, tearing up as she began to cry.
"Hey, hey." I soothed and hugged her tightly again then I held her at arms length. "Are you in detox yet? Hot and cold? Feeling blue?" I asked based on my own experience. She nodded and sat down on the bed numbly, her arms crossed over her chest.
"I just want Sandy so much." She sobbed and began to rock back and forth.
"Oh sweetie." I sat down beside her, my arm wrapped around her.
"Come on." I whisper. "You'll be fine and once you're well, you'll be out of here and with Sandy, Seth and Ryan." I told her but she seemed so desperate.
"What if it's years before I'm out of here?" she asked, wiping the tears from her eyes.
"They'll still be there when you get out." I assured her.
"You make it sound like prison." She let out a small laugh through her sobs and I smiled an unhappy smile. This place really WAS like prison. It was horrible and I had hated it; I was sure Kirsten would too.
"Don't worry Kiki, I'll make sure Sandy doesn't bring home any more waifs and strays." I told her with a smile and she looked at me, already looking happier.
"Thanks." She sighed as my eyes fell on the clock. Oh shit! I thought.
"Oh god, Kirsten, I'm so sorry, I've got to go. I promised Marissa I'd take her shopping this morning." I explained to her and stood up.
"Ok. Take care." She told me and I kissed her on the top of her head. Just as I reached the door, she spoke.
"Julie?" she asked, looking shyly up at me.
"Yeah?" I answered softly, turning to her.
"Thank you for coming." She gave me a weak smile. I went back over to her and hugged her tightly again.
"It's ok. I'll come again." I told her and she nodded.
"Bye." She spoke softly and gave me a little wave as I left.