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Tea, Tux and Tension

Author: Evelyn Joness
last update publish date: 2026-01-17 22:03:23

ICU ~ New York

“Understood,” he whispered, eyes closing brief

The next morning, the ICU was quiet except for the rhythmic beeping of monitors. Alexander stirred, blinking against the fluorescent lights.

Vivian was already there, perched on the chair beside his bed, cup of tea in hand.

“Morning, sleepyhead,” she said softly, brushing a strand of hair from his forehead.

He tried to sit up but winced. “My chest… hurts a little.”

Vivian shook her head, taking his hand. “Don’t even think about mov
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Angela
I hope Alexander stays alive and healthy long enough to see the truth about Vivian exposed. Amelia and Ariana told him the truth and he dismissed them without even trying to investigate it.
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