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One Of Us is Lying

作者: Evelyn Joness
last update 公開日: 2026-02-19 04:42:39

NEW YORK - PRESS CONFERENCE ROOM

The room was packed. Reporters from every major news outlet crowded together, cameras flashing, microphones ready. The air buzzed with anticipation.

Alejandro walked to the podium, flanked by Javier on one side and Marcus Reed on the other.

He looked tired but determined, wearing a crisp navy suit that made him look every bit the businessman he was.

The room went silent.

“Thank you all for coming,” Alejandro began, his voice steady. “I’m here today to address t
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