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ew ma

nd I stepped into the opulent

out before me,A breathtaking vie

itioning and the faint scent

-slung sofas in neutral tones,comp

al chandelier hung from the ceiling cr

always been roo

and sleek decor seemed to fade into the bac

intense exchange had left a lasting mark on my mind,and I couldn't shake

ass of wine,my gaze drifting out the window as my thoughts lingered on the myste

has been my best friend since childhood,a bond that h

p?",He answered o

ng straight to the point,"I met this woman ton

tory?",Ethan

.let's say,an interesting exchange",I explained."I couldn't

at I can do"

he details

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Refug

edroom,feeling a

the previous day and had only come h

olors,from sunshine yellow

ed adorned with colorful throw pillows,a comfortable readi

closet filled with rows of designer c

large mirror surrounded by twinkling string lights

,mom and Annabelle rested on a near

relaxing bath,pushing last nigh

be,I headed to my walk in closet

owing blond hair,paired with my signature jewelry pieces and s

call Annabelle once I'

before heading to the office determined to fin

eeted me."I've been working on setting up a meeting

that project to save our company.Have y

illing to meet with us,"Lisa replied."The m

sure we're prepared.I want to make a good imp

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de estat

dining room of my family's estate,the soft gl

ricate moldings,and the long,polished table g

table,padded in deep jewel tones v

glow over the space.Porcelain and silver glasses sparkled on the table,comp

m,leaned forward

letely."He said, His voice firm but laced with a hint of expectation,"Y

ge?,I'm not sure I'm ready for that level of commitm

position needs a partner,someone to support you and carry on

Liam,Malcolm's right,You need someone to be by your

I think I can manage wit

ility and purpose Liam",Calis

se nothing says 'stability' like marrying someone wh

ecovered quickly. "That's not fai

Liam. Your stepmother is right. You need to th

on father's. "I'll consider it father,Bu

to make small talk but I made sure m

ecial lately?, Calista asked, her

se was br

left the dinning room,Leaving my father

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e,The day of

ng at my reflection in the mirror as I

ntered the room , conc

ding up?" Annabelle asked

o process everything. You are the one who had to deal wi

it was tough seeing her like that but I kn

s belle, I don't know w

"You're doing great, Rara. And I know you are going

nation, "Thanks belle,I nee

"Okay, Rara,

I smiled at h

ng, I couldn't help but feel a sense of unease. Annabelle's words of encoura

wn number. The voice on the other end was low and menacing: "

eaving me shaken and wondering w

my mind racing

us call sent a chill down my spine, and I couldn't shake