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CHAPTER 119

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last update Last Updated: 2025-02-27 00:25:22
AUDREY'S POV

“Where is everyone?” I asked in panic as Lucas placed me down gently and took out his phone. Before he could turn on the flashlight, the lights suddenly came on and I turned around to see Claire and Aiden standing behind me.

“Surprise!” They both yelled, and I let out a sigh of relief as I immediately moved to hug them tightly. The bodyguard was behind them as he smiled at us and I couldn't help but feel relieved.

I thought something had happened to them. My heart, which was pounding harshly, slowly returned to normal as Claire grinned at me while Lucas crossed his arms in anger.

“Claire, what was that?” He asked as I pulled away and her smile faded as she turned to look at him.

“What was what? We just wanted to surprise her.” She replied and he immediately facepalmed as he pulled me closer before placing his head on my chest.

“Her heart is beating irregularly, what will you do if she passes out again?” He asked and she looked at both of us in confusion as she crosse
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