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The Trouble with Keeping Secrets
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 Federico is sixteen, blushes far too easily, and lives under the watchful eye of a mother who specializes in drawing conclusions — always the dramatic kind. What begins as an ordinary morning quickly spirals into awkward silences, suspicious glances, and tensions that speak louder than words.

A short, witty tale set in the early twentieth century, filled with humor, secrets, first emotions, and the danger of staying quiet when everyone is waiting for a confession.

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Last updated: Feb 8, 2026
Total word count: 1,181
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