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Chapter 39: Into the Night

Author: Jessy Kay
last update publish date: 2026-05-10 02:24:04

(Richard's POV)

I put my phone down after ending the call with Anna, and the guilt hit me like something heavy falling on my chest.

I stared at my phone for a long moment, my hands trembling slightly.

I leaned back against the leather seat in the hotel lobby and dragged a hand down my face.

While my wife was out there doing charity work to boost my social reputation, I was here in Dubai hiding a pregnant mistress.

The thought made something bitter settle in my throat.

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