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inside, she noticed Mr. Chardley's
bedroom light was on. It was strange
for there to be light in his room so
late at night. She tried not to worry
about it too much and made her way
to bed.
The following night, Mizzie waited
the next night. He told her to meet until she was sure the whole house
him just outside the plantation gate was asleep. She made sure every
and he would lead her the rest of light was off and that she did not
the way. Jomo kissed Mizzie, said hear anyone moving. She quickly
goodnight and made his way back went into her room and packed a
home. Mizzie quietly made her way small bag. She said a little prayer
back to her room. Before she went and made her way out of the house.
