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~The Second Chance ~

Penulis: Carabella
last update Tanggal publikasi: 2026-02-16 22:07:32

Chapter Forty-One

Camille's POV

I stumbled through the door of Elodie's apartment still buzzing with adrenaline, my hands shaking from the confrontation.

Elodie was waiting, having clearly watched the entire scene unfold from wherever she'd been. She rushed over and planted a quick peck on my cheek.

"You were magnificent! Absolutely magnificent! The way you shut her down, the way you handled those cameras like some kind of boss. I'm so proud of you!"

I laughed, feeling giddy and slightly unhing
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