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Chapter 56 - Shane
I lay down on the bed beside Deloris, who is sound asleep. Soft little snores fill the air as I stare at her and gently brush her hair out of her face. Even with the scratches and the bandages, she is still the most beautiful woman that I’ve ever seen.
I lean towards her and kiss her forehead and then nose.
Deloris doesn’t move, while still softly snoring.
A faint smile spreads across my lips as I gaze down at her.
My mother’s voice doesn’t even break my trance. “Son, she did a good job today, and so did you. I’m so proud of both of you.”
I nod and turn my head towards my mother. “Thanks, mom. I’m sure Deloris will be happy when she wakes up. I wish she was a little more awake during the coronation, though. I don’t even think she realized you were here.”
She sits down on the other side of the bed and reaches across and pats my arm. “Dee doesn’t need to know t
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