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Chapter 52

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~CELINE~

"Miss Crawford is here to see you," Sally announces, poking her head into the kitchen where I'm washing the breakfast dishes.

I dry my hands quickly on my apron. Caroline visiting the mansion is unusual—she normally just texts me to meet somewhere. Behind me, I hear Ana scoff.

"Of course she is," Ana mutters. "The maid with special privileges."

I ignore her comment, but my cheeks burn. Since I started working here, Ana has made it clear she resents me. It got worse after Hunter started showing interest in Caesar.

"Thank you, Sally," I say, following her to the main entrance.

Caroline stands in the foyer, dressed in designer jeans and a flowing silk blouse that probably costs more than my monthly rent. When she spots me, she waves enthusiastically.

"Celine! There you are! We're going shopping!"

Before I can respond, I hear the patter of small feet on the marble floor.

"Caroline!" Caesar shouts, running toward her with arms outstretched.

Caroline scoops him up, spinning him aro
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