73. MONIQUE’S POV The next morning, I stir on the bed and I can smell coffee. I open my eyes,but shut them fast as sunlight shines straight into my eyes. Fuck, who opened my window? I turn my head in the opposite direction and reopen my eyes. For a moment, I forget where I am.I glance at the other side of the ridiculous antique canopy bed That's when I realize I'm still at Desmond's family home. He's side of the bed is empty, but I can remember Desmond getting on the bed with me last night. I slip into the bedroom to tidy up. I tug on a simple sweater and jeans, telling myself not to overthink it. But the second I step into the hallway, Desmond’s mom is there, radiant as ever, holding two steaming mugs. "Good morning, sweetheart," she says joyfully. She hands me a cup before I can even respond. "Sleep well?" "Uh—yes. Thank you. The bed was amazing." "Of course it was. My son may act like a grump, but he makes sure guests are comfortable." She winks, her eyes gleaming with mischie
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