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Chapter Nine

Author: Olivia Jay
last update publish date: 2026-03-03 16:14:07

Eva

“I think I’ll go with this.” My fingers fiddled with the pendant on the necklace. It was a simple necklace, and I chose it because I knew today was going to be very hectic. I couldn't afford to lose anything of value, or leave anything behind that could be used to trail me.

“Too simple... but you make it look perfect.” Danielle said, her clasped hands beneath her chin as she assessed me. The smile on her face was proof that everything she saw ticked satisfactory.

“Thank you.” I smiled, my e
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