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Chapter 8: The Awkward Reunion

Author: Billie Patsy
last update publish date: 2026-05-12 17:17:53

Emily's POV

A month later

My stomach twisted the entire walk from the parking lot to the restaurant.

Julian walked beside me with his usual easy stride, one arm slung around my shoulders like old times.

He had been so excited when he picked me up, talking nonstop about how the team had “big news” and that I needed to get out more after that rough night at the club.

“You’ve been hiding in your dorm too much, Em,” he said, giving my shoulder a gentle squeeze. “This will be good for you. The gu
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