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Swapped Out by My Own Stand-in Chapter 10
Gabriel's POVI smiled at Serena's affectionate complaints, but when I turned around, I saw someone I hadn't seen in a long time.It was Joanna.I'd thought we'd never see each other again.Strangely enough, seeing her no longer brought back any of the heartbreak or pain I'd suffered because of her.Her voice was hoarse when she spoke, but she couldn't hide her excitement. "Gabe, I've finally found you."She looked almost overwhelmed with relief, as though she'd spent all this time searching for something precious she'd lost and could hardly believe it was standing before her again.But before I could respond, Serena took my hand."I'm afraid you've caught us at a bad time, Ms. Stiles. My husband and I were just heading out."Joanna ignored her and kept her eyes fixed on me."Gabe, come home with me."How many times had I said those same words to her?Years ago, when I'd agreed to move into the Stiles residence, I'd asked for only one thing in return. Joanna had to promise
Swapped Out by My Own Stand-in Chapter 9
Gabriel's POVAs soon as Serena saw me, she got up and came over to take my hand."You're freezing! I'll have Peter turn down the air conditioning next time."Her affectionate gesture left little doubt about how close we were, and Shawn immediately began apologizing for everything he'd said to me the day before.I'd been expecting a difficult negotiation. In fact, I'd even packed plenty of hangover remedies, assuming I'd have to drink quite a bit before Shawn would agree to anything.But Serena announced that she was cutting back on alcohol for health reasons, so we ended up drinking mocktails instead.I hadn't even finished half my presentation when Shawn announced that he was ready to sign the contract.Before I could respond, Serena spoke up."Actually, I think we should change the profit split to 80-20. Would that work for you?"Shawn's smile stiffened. It was obvious that she was deliberately taking advantage of her position.But in the end, he agreed to the revised term
Swapped Out by My Own Stand-in Chapter 8
Gabriel's POV"She even kept medication in her desk in case you started bleeding and needed it."The other classmates had quickly joined in."Remember how many love letters you used to get? Serena was so jealous! She actually tracked down every girl who wrote to you and warned her to stay away!"Everyone had enthusiastically started reminiscing about our school days.The irony was that Serena herself was thousands of miles away, and I was hearing about her feelings from everyone but her.Throughout the reunion, the seat beside me had remained empty.…Under Serena's care, my health steadily improved. But even after I was well enough to move around on my own, she insisted on staying with me.She'd practically turned half my hospital room into an office, covering it with company documents. At night, once I'd fallen asleep, she'd switch on a small lamp and quietly catch up on her work.Sometimes, I'd watch her reviewing documents with a serious expression.I found the change fa
Swapped Out by My Own Stand-in Chapter 7
Third-person's POVThe photo had ultimately been rejected, and Gabriel had been forced to dye his hair black and have it taken again.He'd been so upset that he'd thrown the original away. "What kind of photographer promises it'll be accepted when he doesn't even know the rules?"Joanna had secretly retrieved the discarded photo and kept it tucked inside her purse ever since.Her friends often teased her for being old-fashioned enough to still carry a purse, but she'd never minded. After all, it held a photo of the man she loved most.…Gabriel's POVSomehow, I'd managed to fight my way back to the surface and pull myself onto the rocks. My arms were completely numb by then, and the pain from my broken bones was so unbearable that tears kept streaming down my face.If Serena hadn't found me when she did, I wouldn't have survived.I had no idea how long I'd been unconscious. When I finally opened my eyes, I was surrounded by people speaking in a soft, lilting dialect I di
Swapped Out by My Own Stand-in Chapter 6
Third-person's POVHe was wearing Gabriel's wedding suit.What was Ashton doing here?Joanna went cold with shock. The wedding was the last thing she cared about now. She needed to find Gabriel and make sure he was still alive.Ashton took her hand, his eyes shining with excitement. "Joanna, I can't believe we're finally getting married!"But she immediately yanked her hand away."When did I ever say I'd marry you? Where's Gabe? Are you two messing with me? Is he going to show up in a minute?"Ashton shook his head. "Gabriel told me himself that he wanted us to be together."He was so excited that he didn't notice how angry Joanna was becoming."Now that Gabriel's out of the picture, we don't have to sneak around anymore. I can finally be with you in public as myself."He didn't need to pretend to be Gabriel anymore.Joanna could think of a hundred explanations for Gabriel's absence, but she refused to believe he'd willingly let Ashton take his place.She stepped back and r
Swapped Out by My Own Stand-in Chapter 5
Gabriel's POVFreezing water closed over my head, and my life flashed before my eyes. Every memory was of Joanna promising that she'd always keep me safe.So much for that promise. At this rate, there wouldn't even be a body left to bring home.…Third-person's POVJoanna rushed Ashton to the hospital and ordered the doctors to examine him thoroughly.They immediately assured her, "Of course. We'll do everything we can to save your husband."Joanna almost corrected them when she heard the word "husband." As far as she was concerned, Gabriel was the only man who would ever hold that title.She pulled out her phone to call the rescue team, but before she could dial, Ashton woke up and began complaining weakly about the pain."Joanna, am I going to die? Is this cut on my neck going to leave an ugly scar?"Ashton had always been stubborn and aloof, so seeing him depend on her for everything now was immensely satisfying.She immediately put her phone away and clasped his hand t
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