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Chapter 33 Shattered expectations

Author: Ria M
last update publish date: 2026-02-23 05:45:33

(Rayner)

The tension in the room thickens as the door clicks shut behind us.

For a moment, neither of us speaks.

“I’ll take the couch,” I say finally, clearing my throat. “You can sleep on the bed.”

“Yeah.” She nods and walks over to sit on the mattress.

I drop my coat on the chair and head straight into the bathroom.

The moment the door shuts, I grip the sink and stare at my reflection.

What are you doing, Rayner?

Staying in a room with her?

I drag my fingers through my hair and pace the small
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