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Chapter 108

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SARAYA'S POV.

The flight to Colorado was uneventful, but by the time I stepped off the plane, I was so exhausted.

The crisp air hit my face as I walked toward the arrival gate, I spread my arms and closed my eyes, taking in the fresh breath of Colorado. "Welcome back home, Saraya." I told myself and slowly opened my eyes.

"Saraya!"

I turned to the direction of the familiar voice to see Gabby waving at me. I chuckled and waved at her. As soon as I got close, she pulled me into one of her signature hugs, tight and full of affection.

“Oh, look at you,” she said, stepping back to get a better look at me. Her eyes gave way to concern. “You’ve lost so much weight. What is going on with you? Don't tell me your father told you to come only to starve you?”

"Trust me, he takes very good care of me." I told her.

She tilted her head. "More than I do?" She asked and I could hear the jealousy in her voice.

I laughed hard. "He never would be able to match up to you, of course." I replied drawing a s
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