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Chapter 6: Love is...
Sage
I sip my wine and lean back on my couch as I scroll through a couple of channels. It’s been a long day, and I’m glad that it’s finally over. In between meeting with clients and running around, I’ve only thought about Priest and Smiley. I feel like I’ve been put through the wringer today. The cherry on top was when I walked into Tariq’s office and found him with Priest. For a moment after we stepped into the garage, I felt like we’ve hit a pivotal moment. But of course, I’m an idiot because it was all in my head. One minute he’s tender, then he has no problem pawning me off to his cousin. And I have no one to blame but myself for hoping.
I startle from my thoughts when the sound of my doorbell resounds through the room. Rising from my seat, I straighten my loose t-shirt and flannel drawstring pants. Nerves wrack me as I cautiously make my way to the door. Pushing my ponytail back, I walk to the door and gaze thr
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