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Bruised Hearts

last update publish date: 2025-07-18 18:32:08
Michael’s POV

The throbbing in my arm hadn’t stopped since it was fixed by Ashley.

The bandages were tight, a constant reminder that I had nearly died today—or maybe yesterday, I didn’t even know what time it was anymore.

The painkillers had dulled the edge, but the ache still lived deep in the muscle, pulsing in time with my heartbeat like it was angry for being ignored.

I should be in bed. Nick had told me that. Ashley had said the same. But as I sat on the couch staring at the pale wall
Osarumwense Osakue

🔥As dawn creeps over the horizon and Nick prepares to walk away, Michael is left with a question he can't shake—what if Fernando had said something to push Nick away? And if he did… why? Get ready for the next chapter 🔥

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