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Chapter 8 – Secrets and Lies

Author: Penny Heather Love
last update Last Updated: 2025-07-23 15:30:57

When I reached the bar, I found Colette and another woman, Veronica, dining al fresco. It put me at ease knowing they’re away from predatory eyes, but the number of empty bottles stirred something inside for an unknown reason.

I stayed in my spot for a little longer just observing her as they exchange banters when her friend finally noticed me. I heard her say ‘hottie alert’ which Colette dismissed but after another nudge from Veronica, she was forced to look my way.

I had to hold my laughter when her eyes widened and her jaws almost dropped when she saw me. There’s a warm feeling when she rushed to my side and grabbed my hand to guide me towards their table.

“What are you doing here?” she asked with her sweet smile.

“Just passing by. I want to send you home,” I told her my intention when I saw Veronica tapping her hand.

“Steffan, this is my friend, Veronica. Veronica, Steffan, my tenant,” Colette introduced us and of course I stretched out my hand in a different direction much to Col
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