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Chapter 642

Author: Lean
Turning the tables was a professional habit Tiffany had honed over years in court.

Raymond had not learned that today. Even when they were dating, the signs had been there. She liked to hold the reins. Whether they advanced or retreated, the decision had to be hers.

She had pursued him first. And when they broke up, she had ended it with a single sentence and cut off all contact.

Now, when she accused him of eavesdropping, Raymond showed no embarrassment. His voice remained cool. "I'm standin
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