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CHAPTER 22

Ariel's POV

“Ariella, Dermos had transferred blood to you before, didn't he?”

I felt a cold sweat break out on my forehead as Carlos turned to me, his eyes narrowing.

I blinked, taken aback. “Huh?”

What was he talking about?

Carlos's expression turned stern. “You know, that time you were in a car accident on the way to the gala last year. Dermos had to transfer blood to you immediately. It was a close call, and he was worried sick about you.”

My frown deepened. What accident? I didn
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  • THE DON'S SECRET OBSESSION (His Bride, Her Prison)   60

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  • THE DON'S SECRET OBSESSION (His Bride, Her Prison)   59

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  • THE DON'S SECRET OBSESSION (His Bride, Her Prison)   58

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