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Chapter 16

Author: Vanessa S
last update publish date: 2026-03-14 04:50:51

I glanced down at my high boots and slipped the ring into my right boot, making sure no one could see it, but that I could still feel it constantly. I pulled my shoulder back and cracked it. Finally, I started walking briskly toward the door where Sebastian was supposed to be, still filled with doubt, but I truly felt like this was a gain for me. When I reached the wall, I leaned against it to catch my breath. Tears welled in my eyes, threatening to spill from the pain, and my ragged breathing
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