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' t exist while his new "wife" enjoyed the

era

ned for years, her quiet demeanor a stark contrast t

xclusive designer boutique

her instantly, or rathe

rprise! We haven' t seen you in ages.

. "I' m redoing my wardrobe. And

ture gowns, shoes, and handbag

bill to Ethan Sterling, Sterling Innovations

urse, Miss Thompson. Mr. St

for its contemporary piec

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waving invoices, dema

ling order

guaranteed by

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a public spectacle of

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ions, usually a hushed temple

street, Chloe beside her, a

on," Ava said softly.

ne was going to use her name, t

a multi-million dollar traffic jam