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Apologies and Debts

Author: Liz
last update publish date: 2026-03-14 23:38:18

Chapter 63

“Alia,” my mum tapped my shoulder gently. “Did you hear what I said?”

“Ummm… sorry, what?” I turned to her, blinking in confusion.

“You seem to have zoned out. What were you thinking about?” my mum asked

“Nothing,” I lied, forcing a small smile.

There was no way I was going to tell her I had been worried about Drew.

“Okay… Alice has something to tell you.”

I turned to Alice, who had a serious look in her eyes. My stomach tightened.

“What is it?” I asked, getting a bit worried

“Alia…
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