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Chapter Fifteen
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2026-05-21 15:00:00“You always pick the best spots,” Derek said with a grin. “Good investment.”
Aaron barely responded. His attention had shifted. The moment the doors opened. ⸻ Elara walked in. Flanked by Maya and Zara. She hesitated for half a second—the music louder than she expected, the crowd thicker—but Maya grabbed her hand. “Relax,” Maya
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