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Chapter 48

Author: Lana Mora
last update Last Updated: 2025-08-20 18:00:07

Kelsey's POV

I stood in the foyer, my pheromones wilting like frost-hit pine needles.

Marcus was totally unreliable—didn't he say Moira was arriving in two days?

"Kelsey, you're back from work! Come over!" Moira's voice, carrying a sandalwood aura, drifted over like a sun-warmed blanket.

Forcing a smile, I curled my fingers unconsciously while changing my shoes.

Thank goodness I didn't bring a suitcase—I would've been busted for sure.

Calmly, I handed the bag to Suzie.

As I sat beside Moira, my fingertips brushed the elderly woman's hand—it was ice-cold, as if dipped in snow water.

Her sandalwood aura was faint, like a dying candle—Marcus hadn't lied; she really hasn't been well lately.

Moira held my hand and glanced at the wedding photo on the living room wall. "I was worried about your relationship, but seeing this photo puts my mind at ease."

Following her gaze, I nearly choked.

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