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Penulis: Jaidee
last update Tanggal publikasi: 2025-10-18 02:16:47

Kyle POV

I woke up with Champ’s arm wrapped around me, his body pressed on mine. He was warm, heavy and completely out.

I stared at the ceiling, half annoyed, half confused why I didn’t move earlier. His grip was firm, like he wasn’t planning to let go anytime soon.

I shifted a little and freed myself without waking him. He didn’t move an inch. Typical Champ, he could sleep through an earthquake.

I got up, washed my face, brushed my teeth and headed to the garage kitchen. No one was there, as u
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