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Author: Lurd_nazzy
last update Last Updated: 2025-03-16 02:11:50

The bell at the top of the restaurant clinked as I pushed the door open. My eyes swept across the empty restaurant, landing on Cole. He was seated by the window, a glass in his hand, gaze distant as he swirled the red liquid in slow circles.

I took a step forward, but a sharp sting shot through my side, making me suck in a breath. I exhaled, straightened my posture, and forced my expression into one of calmness before walking towards him, my body protesting with every step.

I was starting to regret not accepting the first-aid kit

As I approached the table, Cole finally turned his head, his eyes flicking over me before a smile appeared. “You came.”

“You said you have something urgent to tell me.” He had called earlier, requesting we meet up because he had something urgent to tell me regarding Curtis, and it wasn't a matter to be discussed over the phone.

He stood and pulled out the chair across him. “Thank you.” I sat, suppressing the wince that threatened to betray my condition. “Let'
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  • Life after divorce: The billionaire’s crazy proposal    064

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