Hailey“Thanks for joining, Hailey,” Ricky said, smiling warmly. “You don’t know—you just made my day ten times better.”“You’re too sweet, Ricky,” I forced a smile, trying to blend in as I always did. Truthfully, I didn’t want to be here. Or anywhere. Life itself felt heavy. “But I’m glad I could make your special day…a little more special.”He handed me another shot. “Let’s toast to that. To beautiful Hailey.”“I…thanks, but I’ve already had two drinks. I don’t think I can handle a third,” I said, hesitating. “I probably shouldn’t—”“Oh, come on, Hailey.” He chuckled, leaning closer to my ear. Just closer enough—or maybe too close. “Let loose a little. How long will you keep playing the good girl?”His words hit me like ice. I froze. The look in his eyes…like he could see everything I tried to hide, every scar I carried inside.“What do you mean?” I forced a laugh, trying to cover my unease.He pulled back slightly, his gaze shifting to something more casual. “I mean…how long will y
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