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Chapter 9

Author: Fish Paste
Two days later, I saw Lexi’s post on social media.

At a stunning resort, she took a selfie wearing the exact same necklace Calvin had given me last time. Behind her, perfectly caught in the frame, were Calvin and Benjamin.

The caption was: [A lovely family getaway.]

I called Calvin to ask where he was.

“Benjamin’s school organized a spring outing. I am at Stars and Moon Resort. Yvette, I am sorry I did not tell you beforehand. I did not know Lexi would be here too. She had called earlier asking me to accompany Benjamin, and she said she would not go herself.”

“It is fine. I was just checking. When it is over, bring Benjamin straight to our place. Last time your mom said we should take care of him, and I have thought it over. I would like to spend some time with him first.”

“You really aren’t mad?” Calvin asked again, feeling uneasy.

I repeated calmly that I was not mad, but anyone who knew me would understand that the calmer I seemed, the angrier I was.

By evening, Calvin broug
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