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Chapter 74

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Bea sat back down, still fuming. "Who does she think she is? Talking to people like that."

I sighed and reached over to squeeze her hand. "It's okay, Bea. That's just how Sarah is. Don't let her get to you."

Bea shook her head. "She's rude. I don't like her."

"I don't either," I admitted. "But there's nothing I can do about it. Let's just focus on the wedding, okay?"

Bea nodded, but I could tell she was still upset. She took a deep breath and forced a smile. "Okay, fine. Let's keep g
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