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I do not mind if she is. I feel comfortable with her. I feel comfortable with her seeing me. I have nothing to hide. So, I let her observe me.</p><p>I feel her eyes on me. I would like to return her gaze, but any attempt to meet her eyes might destroy the moment. She is sitting on my right side, facing me. So, I let her gaze at me.  </p>
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