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Chapter 59
Keegan POV:
I loosened my shoulders and took off my t-shirt to start a routine on the rowing machine. Twenty minutes into it, Vianne and Claire came in to join me in the gym after they asked if they could. As if I'd turn them away. I watched as Claire stood, smiling in front of the mirrors on a mat, dancing in place. Why did it hurt to see her so happy?
Vianne watched her daughter for a couple of minutes and then joined her, after turning on the stereo. She looked at me and raised an eyebrow in question. It was obvious that she wanted to know if it was okay. I nodded, continuing my work out as they danced together to the music.
It wasn't until several minutes later that Claire twirled toward me. She approached me shyly, maybe a little coy, and surprised me with her question.
"Will you dance with me, Keegan?" I'd never deny that smile, the dimple in her cheek, and the flash of adoration in her eyes. I smiled at her and nodded. After a quick sweat wipe-down
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