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44: Dysfunctional

Author: nayaa
last update publish date: 2025-10-27 23:59:10

Zara's POV

I turned to Isaac, quirking a questioning brow at him.

What was his deal with Ben? Some step brother's rivalry shit?

And why did he call Isaac a coward?

Isaac just turned to me, forcing a smile like that was supposed to be a kind of explanation.

I return my gaze to the dessert in my plate, taking a spoon. All my questions would have to wait until after we are done here.

But it was nice to have the attention taken off of me.

"If you must Join us Benn...." Rosa started
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