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21. Between the Fighter and the Friend

Author: MissGreen
last update publish date: 2025-09-25 22:28:35

Anthony’s truck pulled over on the side of the road, where Belle had arranged to meet Felix. As soon as I got out, Felix—leaning casually against his car door—waved at Belle with a bright smile. But when he saw Anthony and Eve stepping out too, his expression shifted into confusion.

“I thought we were going to a café,” Felix said. “You brought your friends?”

“His brother,” Anthony corrected with big-brother authority.

“Oh.” Felix quickly stuck out his hand. “Felix, sir. Nice to meet you.”

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