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Chapter 16

Author: Tania
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The remainder of the week vanished in the blink of an eye. By the weekend Carter came to pay Stephie a visit at lunchtime, while the young Barlowe wasn't home. This had been planned on purpose by Jacob himself.

"How have you been Stephanie? I'm sorry for taking so long to do a follow up visit." Carter asked then apologized after she served him a cup of warm milk, just the way he liked it.

Stephie took a seat across from Carter, while they spoke in the dining area.

"It's fine. I'm fine." Stephie shrugged.

"Are you eating well? Sleeping well?" Carter then questioned.

"It would better if I was sleeping in my own bed, at my own place, but hey, beggars can't be choosers." Stephie replied honestly.

Carter nodded, "I understand, but this really is one of the best options we could offer. Especially after what happened the fist night you were here." Carter pointed out in notion of the burglary.

"I'm gonna assume you had the police investigate." Stephie expressed.

"No." Carter admitted.

"Oh?"
Tania

Hey guys! So, it seems our ML does not care much for rules in this chapter. The burn is slow, tedious almost, and yet, the first kiss is not too far away. Or is it? Let me know what you think by SUBSCRIBING, COMMENTING, AND SHARING! Lots of ❤❤❤ -Tania. 

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