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Chapter 976 Take It Off Before Sleeping

Author: Lana Mora
last update Last Updated: 2025-04-30 07:10:19

Julissa quickly pressed a hand against Scott’s chest—trying it on in front of him? That’d be like wrapping herself up with a bow and offering herself straight into the lion’s den!

“You go back to your room right now. I’ll let you know after I try it on,” she said firmly.

“What if I just turn around and face the other way?” Mr. Nichols offered half-heartedly.

Julissa glared playfully. “As if I’d believe you wouldn’t sneak a peek. Go! If my parents find out, we’re both dead.”

Only then did Scott reluctantly get off the bed and allow himself to be pushed out the door.

After he left, Julissa closed the door and quietly changed into the lingerie he’d gifted her.

It fit… perfectly.

Seriously?

Scott’s judgment is this accurate?

Her cheeks grew warm again.

No matter what, she really loved these gifts. And thank goodness she hadn’t discovered the surprise earlier in front of her parents. That would've been so awkward.

But then again… if she had found it earlier, Scott probably would’ve come up
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