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Chapter 14: The Fortress
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2026-09-28 04:20:47The wrought-iron gates of the Reeves Estate looked less like the entrance to a home and more like the entrance to a fortress.
Yes the Reeves estateAn official invitation was sent to us from the Reeves for Lunch and to discuss wedding preparationsAs our car slowly drove up the massive, winding driveway, I pressed my hands against my lap to stop them from shaking."Holy..." Mia whispered from the backseat, her face practically pressed against the window
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