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Out of the Mansion 

Author: Bridget Lois
last update publish date: 2026-09-12 16:32:30

Elliot's POV

I didn't waste anymore moments standing in the room. In a minute, we were in the car and riding back to the mansion.

I didn't realize that I was still gripping Serena's hand. I slowly released my grip and straightened up just as the driver rolled out of the estates.

Seeing that she had not even reached after I released my grip made me steal a glance. She was staring through the window, almost oblivious to her surroundings.

Tonight's event must have startled her.

To be honest, it
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