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Chapter 122

Author: Debbie Inks
last update publish date: 2026-05-12 04:28:36

Matthew stared at the screen for so long that the light dimmed against his hand.

Unknown Number and two unread messages.

His thumb hovered uncertainly before he opened the first one.

Hi Matthew, this is Grace, Ava’s friend. I want to talk about Ava. Please pick up.

The air in the apartment changed instantly.

His back straightened. Every muscle in his body tightened at once the moment he saw the name, Ava.

The second message sat directly beneath it.

It’s urgent.

Matthew was already press
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