Chapter 7 – New RulesRyan opened the door wide enough for her to come in and Emma almost opened her mouth.There was a huge difference between her parents' house and Ryan's. Her parents' house was big but not asbig as Ryan's, but it felt completely different. The rooms were filled with warm colors, soft rugs, family photos, fresh flowers, and decorations collected over the years. Every space felt cozy and full of life, like a home where people laughed, celebrated, and made memories in her parents house.Ryan's apartment was the opposite. It had smooth marble floors, windows from the ceiling to the floor, simple but expensive furniture, and a mix of black, white, and gray colors. Everything was neat and modern, with almost nothing out of place. It looked beautiful, but it felt quiet, almost like no one really lived there. Emma set her heavy suitcase down near the entrance, the small wheels squeaking against the floorboards. She pulled her wet hands into the sleeves of her hoodie, s
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