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Chapter 99: The Contract and the Doorstep

مؤلف: Billie Patsy
last update تاريخ النشر: 2026-07-08 12:12:00

Emily’s POV

A whole week had slipped by since that night at the hospital, and life had settled into a steady, busy rhythm—one that kept my mind occupied and my hands full, which was exactly what I needed.

I’d spent almost every day at the gallery lately; Mr. Pierre had asked if I’d be willing to help manage the space, greet visitors, and keep records while he sorted out upcoming exhibitions.

It was something entirely new for me, different from standing alone in front of an easel, but to my s
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