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CHAPTER 35.

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Lawrence's POV.

I stepped off the plane into the familiar terminal, exhaustion clung to me like a heavy coat.

The journey had been long, filled with delays and cramped seats.

At the time I got to the airport, there was no first-class seat available, so I had to join the economy, which I wasn't used to.

I had no choice.

All I wanted now was the comfort of my home.

A company car arranged by Dylan was already waiting for me outside the airport.

I got in and sat on the plush seat.

The feeling of the tension of travel slowly melts away.

The city rushed past outside the window, a blur of lights and movement.

My thoughts drifted to the warm embrace of my bed, the familiar scent of home waiting for me.

But then Camilla came into my thoughts too.

It was already too late to go see her.

By now she'll be heading home or already sleeping in her bed.

I needed that too.

Finally, I arrived at my doorstep. The key turned in the lock with a satisfying click, and I stepped into the quiet sanctuary o
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