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Chapter 935

Author: Bello Rivera
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The warmth of Xander's breath tickled Abigail's ear, and she playfully pulled away. "I'm getting the snacks ready, so quit bugging me," she said.

Xander did not let go, hugging her even tighter. "Come on, are you still mad at me?"

Abigail shook her head, amused by her clingy and jealous husband. "Fine, help me with the snacks, and we can all eat when everyone's up."

"Okay," Xander agreed.

Abigail would never have thought the CEO of Zane Corporation could be so possessive, getting upset over anyone close to her. Nor could she imagine how he would be glued to her side all the time.

Meanwhile, after thinking about it all night, Jay finally worked up the courage to text Daisy.

Jay: [Urgent! I have a new phone and number. Call my other number.]

After sending the text, Jay felt nervous. He worried that if someone was spying on them, they might see his message, and he could get a call from those people first. After waiting a bit, his phone started ringing. Jay checked it and saw a numb
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