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HAYLEY

I watch Theo step out of the dimly-lit end of the room. “Hayley?” He quizzes, arching a brow. “What are you doing here?”

For the first time in all my life, his presence this close stirs an uncomfortable mix of anger and hurt in my chest. “I could ask you the same thing, Theo.”

He gives me a bored look. “I'm captain of the team. This is our party.”

Ugh, of course. “Well then, good for you.”

I’m about to walk out when he gets in my way and holds my gaze. With the lights above us flicker
Charlie Eden

Things aren't looking bright for Hayley's love-life. 🥹

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