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Chapter 9

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Claire closed the journal.

Vivian stood frozen in place, the muscles in her face twitching uncontrollably.

Natalie sank to the floor, clutching her head in both hands.

Charlotte leaned against the wall without a trace of expression. The front of her blouse had already been soaked with blood. She couldn't understand it. It felt as though her heart had been torn apart, and she couldn't stop coughing up blood.

At that same moment, all three sisters doubled over. The agony in their chests reache
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  • Karma Found Them After My Death   Chapter 9

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