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TWENTY NINE

Author: Gentle Roses
last update publish date: 2026-06-11 21:21:57

Nora's POV

The first thing I did after realizing the door was truly stuck, was pound on it until my hands hurt. "Hello?" I shouted as loudly as I could while slamming my palms against the thick wood. "Is anyone out there?"

Nothing. Only silence answered me. I hit it again and again and again but it seemed like we were truly alone.

My chest tightened with frustration. "This can't be happening." I huffed.

Behind me, Rafael remained unusually calm. I could practically feel his eyes following my
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