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54. An Awkward Conversation
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2026-05-06 18:41:20“Forget it.”
That was what Aurelia said that night, her voice trying to sound steady. “Sorry if I crossed a line. My mind started going somewhere strange. Let’s just drop it.”
She quickly closed her eyes, as if ending the conversation before her heart could completely fall apart. Still, she noticed Gian shifting beside her. He turned over until they were facing each other. No words followed, only a soft, warm kiss pressed to her forehead.
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