It's true, and that is what makes her reaction so much worse in her mind. "I know," she says softly, hating to think of anyone being oppressed and unable to be who they choose. "I'm sorry for that."
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It's true, and that is what makes her reaction so much worse in her mind. "I know," she says softly, hating to think of anyone being oppressed and unable to be who they choose. "I'm sorry for that."