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Chapter 17. The Predator’s Possessiveness

作者: TripleDiamond
last update 公開日: 2026-04-13 11:41:28

"You’re home? Why didn’t you answer my messages?"

Julian’s voice broke the darkness of the living room. Claire jumped violently in the doorway, nearly dropping her college bag. She felt along the wall for the light switch and flipped it on. Bright light flooded the room instantly, revealing Julian sitting calmly in the armchair, still dressed in his dark suit.

Claire let out a long breath, trying to calm her racing heart. "My phone died on the train earlier. I’m so tired, Julian. There was a lo
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