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Ethan hadn't mentio

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tion. "I heard about that unfortunate incident with Brittany. I am so, s

logy, condescend

oe continued, her eyes scanning the apartment,

n so blatant, Ava suspected

va said, her

ings," Chloe said, her smile not quite reaching her eyes.

bout apology. It was a power

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n't do th

alled

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, his anger growing wit

h rage. "And those women... Ava, you don't des

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uised spirit. "Whatever you need, Ava, I'm here. Logistical suppor

a stark contrast to Ethan

tears welling in her eyes.

est friend,

lt a renewed sense

alone. Sh

e had

being a victim and

o "understand" and

understand

he needed to be smart, meti

And Ava Miller was abo