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Driving alone

Penulis: Riley_Steverose
last update Tanggal publikasi: 2026-07-07 17:35:09

Veronica's POV:

Dr. Matthew was a man who had clearly prepared a face for this moment.

It was a professional face, composed, mildly concerned.

He had it arranged and ready by the time Max stepped fully into the office, and under different circumstances it might have been convincing.

Max was not different circumstances.

"Theodore Ashford," Max said, without preamble. "He has been your patient. Where is he."

"Mr. Ashford, I completely understand your concern," Dr. Matthew said, like he was readin
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