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PRIDE OR LOVE?

Author: NABI CD
last update publish date: 2026-10-20 20:59:31

CHAPTER 169

The overhead projector clicked off, plunging the film room into a brief, dim twilight before the fluorescent ceiling lights hummed back to life.

Around Raphael, the guys were already stretching their legs, groaning as they stood up from the padded folding chairs, tossing empty foam cups into the trash can by the door. Raphael took his time zipping his notebook into his duffel bag, keeping his shoulder turned firmly toward the wall.

He didn't look across the room. He didn't have to.
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Didi Okon
Go Marcus!!! That was actually brilliant...got me even thinking
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Harley
Okay so I think I need to marry Marcus
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