Contractual Marriage With My Arrogant Boss
Clara’s victory radiated behind her like cruel laughter.
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Later that night, Emery lay curled beneath her blanket, sweat dampening her hairline. Her skin burned and chilled in turns, her stomach twisting until she thought she might break apart. Ethan had fallen asleep against her side after insisting he wouldn’t leave her alone. She stroked his hair, whispering reassurances even as her own strength drained.
She would not let him worry more than he already did.
From the hallway, laughter echoed faintly. Clara’s voice, light and intimate, carried through the stillness. Emery strained her ears. She heard Damian’s deeper tone too, muffled, reluctant perhaps, but there. Clara’s giggle foll