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Chapter 34 - Sacred Grounds

Author: Anney GW
last update Last Updated: 2025-05-13 15:15:52
Vienna’s POV

I rolled my eyes, letting out a slow sigh. “Not this again, Warren.”

His eyes burned into me, sharp and cold. “So you’re telling me this guy just happened to show up here? Just like he conveniently turned up at the restaurant the other night?”

I narrowed my eyes. His accusations were as exhausting as they were ridiculous.

“I told you already—I met Fred for the first time at the restaurant. We talked about work. He offered me a position. This is a work meeting,” I said, my tone flat and measured.

“Yeah, right. The ‘work’ excuse again.” He leaned in slightly, voice dripping with sarcasm. “Tell me, how long have you been secretly seeing him?”

I fought to keep my voice level. “This is strictly professional, Warren. Fred tasted my pastries. He liked them. He offered me a role as head pastry chef at Taste Royalty.”

Just for a second, I allowed myself a flicker of pride. This was the opportunity of a lifetime. But Warren scoffed, cutting it down without a second thought.

“Right.
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