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CHAPTER 22

Author: Geena writes
last update publish date: 2026-07-03 23:59:20

Anastasia's POV

The smell of freshly brewed coffee greeted me before I even reached the bottom of the staircase. Morning sunlight poured through the windows, painting the marble floors in a golden glow. Somewhere in the kitchen, I could hear the quiet movements of the staff preparing breakfast, while the grandfather clock in the foyer ticked steadily, marking the beginning of another day.

I adjusted the sleeve of my sweater as I descended the stairs.

The first person I saw was Damien. He was al
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