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A Quiet Night
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2025-04-12 14:49:01After work, Alexander dropped Phoebe off at home before rushing off to attend a social engagement.
It wasn't until midnight that he finally stumbled back, reeking of alcohol. The only light in the living room came from a single dim wall lamp. He loosened his tie, a pounding headache throbbing at his temples. He should've gone straight to bed, but instead, his feet led him—almost involuntarily—to Phoebe's door.
He grasped the doorknob and gave it a gentle twist, but it didn't budge.
Locked.
A flicker of irritation passed through Alexander. She actually locked the door? Was she hiding from him?
A cold smile tugged at his lips. He had only wanted to hold her tonight, to ease the exhaustion clinging to his bones. But her resistance only ignited his need to conquer.
Inside the room, Phoebe hid under her blanket, her heart pounding wildly in her chest.
After a long while, when no sound came from the other side of the door, she f
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