The Bookstore Temptation
he grumbled.
Aria grinned wide enough to illuminate the entire penthouse, and Julian's heart twisted in agony.
When had it become so easy to disappoint her?
Maybe it was time—just once—to flex.
Not on Lena's account.
Of course not.
Just for Aria.
At least, that's what he kept telling himself.
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On the night of the holiday reading event, Julian stood in front of *Chapter & Soul*, feeling like a fool.
The windows of the bookstore glowed warm against the winter evening. Dozens of children were sprawled on colored rugs within, cradling cups of cocoa. The parents spoke in hushed tones, and the smell of cinnamon and sugar and nostalgia permeated the air.
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