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CHAPTER 4
“Oh, that’s so sweet of you, young lady, but maybe you should wait, since I have one last thing to add...”
When spoken by Theodore Kennedy, those were not the words Regina wanted to hear. Yes, she said Damien she’d marry him, but now she wasn’t so sure about it… Not when Theodore was preparing to throw another bomb.
Regina eyed the door to the suite with longing. Only a few more feet and she’d be free... From the old man and his grandson… For now...
“Just wanted to let you know that a platonic relationship between you two isn’t acceptable. My goal is a legacy. I can’t get that with separate bedrooms or no sex between you.”
Panic bubbled up beneath the surface of her skin until Damien replied with a droll.
“O
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