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Checkmate

Penulis: Beth
last update Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-05-13 00:54:11
CHLOE’S POV

When Austin called everyone to gather for a short speech, I could barely keep the smile off my face. I stood beside him, beaming with pride and satisfaction. My plan had worked. Perfectly.

Earlier that morning, while we were setting up decorations in the backyard and Jamie was inside getting dressed, Austin's phone buzzed. It was a message from Owen, asking for the party time. Austin reached for the phone, about to respond, but I quickly acted.

"Oh! Can I use your phone for a second? I think I left mine in the kitchen," I said sweetly.

Austin, distracted by hanging streamers, handed it over without hesitation. I opened the message, responded with a calm and certain "4pm," then deleted the conversation before returning the phone. Austin didn't notice a thing. And Owen, thinking he had the right time, wouldn't arrive until it was all over.

Checkmate.

The party had gone beautifully.The cake was picture-perfect. The decorations, balloons, games, all sparkled under
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