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Chapter 55

Penulis: Danielle
last update Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-04-22 09:56:26
Silvia found Ralph standing alone at the rear border of the estate, under a cluster of oaks. His back arched, shoulders hunched from unseen weights, as he stared out into nothing in particular, lost in thoughts that seemed to drift like clouds across the sky.

She made her approach, deliberately rustling the fallen leaves beneath her feet, each crunch announcing her presence, ensuring he would sense her coming before she reached him.

" I'm fine," he said before she could utter a word, never even turning his head.

"No, you're not," she said softly. "You don't have to be."

The leaves whispered above, creating mottled patterns on Ralph's face as he finally looked around. His public persona had worn off, and something vulnerable and wounded had been revealed underneath.

"We're expected at the reception," he told her, his tone firm, though strained. "We have to go back."

Silvia nodded her head. "I texted your secretary. She can handle it."

She took a deliberate step closer, her hand outstret
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