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Two Unsuitable Options

Author: Bree Tyl
last update publish date: 2026-03-10 18:35:27

Arielle

I turned back when I heard the door open, signaling that someone had just walked in.

Then I saw Joel.

My eyes widened.

He waved from afar as he walked toward the reception desk. I couldn’t believe it. Joel bailed me out. He was the last person I expected.

“You’re free to go,” the officer at the reception said, taking the signed documents.

I snapped out of my thoughts. “Thanks.”

Then I looked back at Joel again.

Joel smiled. “Hello, Miss Arielle.”

“Joel,” I called slowly, staring
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