CHAPTER 103-PLAY ALONG
Author: Alice Jane Atkinson
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Henry Constantine stood outside the small, rundown apartment, taking a deep breath to calm his nerves. He had traveled through time and space to reach this moment, and he was determined to make it count. He had to save his father, Clifford Constantine, from the fate that awaited him.

Henry took a step forward, his eyes fixed on the door. He raised his hand to knock, but before he could, the door swung open, and a young Clifford stood before him.

"Yes?" Clifford asked, eyeing Henry warily.

Henry's heart skipped a beat. This was his father, but not the frail, old man he had grown up with. This was a strong, young man, full of life and vitality.

"Dad," Henry said, his voice shaking.

Clifford's expression changed from curiosity to confusion. "Do I know you?" he asked.

Henry hesitated, unsure of how to proceed. He didn't want to reveal his true identity, not yet. "I...I'm just a friend," he said, trying to sound calm.

Clifford's eyes narrowed. "I don't think we've met before. What do you w
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