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Chapter 52: His Wife

Author: Heartflames
last update Last Updated: 2025-09-02 22:57:17

Kimberly rushed into the school building as fast as she could, praying with all her heart that her daughter’s school play hadn’t started already.

She had come straight here after the shoot, which had dragged on longer than anyone expected, and now every second felt like a punishment to her.

God, all she prayed was that she wasn’t too late. She couldn’t bear the thought of seeing that sad, gloomy, and disappointed look on Keira’s face.

She had promised her daughter she’d be here early, well before the play began.

The loud sound of her heels against the hallway tiles wasn't even helping the situation. They echoed in her ears like a countdown, each step tightening the knot of worry in her chest.

“Hi,” Kimberly said breathlessly as she stopped one of the staff members on her way.

The lady turned with a kind smile, her expression brightening in recognition. “Keira’s mom, am I correct?”

“Yes, I am.” Kimberly mirrored the smile, though hers trembled with urgency. “Please, where exactly is th
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