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Author: Lost in love
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*Amber*

Adis takes me on a tour of Catrista's tourist area. My injured arm is in a sling, and my other hand rests safely in his.

“It’s about time I tell you who you really are,” Adis says, stopping in front of a large hotel. The sign reads, “Hotel and Casino Noble.” “Your father had this built five years ago. It’s the best and most expensive in the entire city.”

“I don’t need to know who I was,” I reply, turning to face him. “I am Amber; the truth won’t change that.” Hesitantly, I raise my sore arm and rest my hand against his cheek, feeling the warmth of his skin.

“Your father also owns two amusement parks and a water park,” Adis continues, his voice steady. “He is the deputy mayor of Catrista and owns numerous stores and small hotels. Your father is the richest man in the city.”

“I don’t care, Adis.”

“Your uncle owns the marina. He makes his money sailing tourists out to watch whales that don’t exist. He also arranges diving trips and rents out boats and jet skis. He owns hote
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