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Chapter 049

Author: Rhoda Wrights
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Brielle's POV.

“Were Edna and Helen already planning to come?” I mutter to Andrei.

“Informed them I was back on my feet again. I didn't think they'd take it as an invitation.”

“I'm not sure what's more embarrassing, my outfit or my hair…. I'll go change into something more suitable."

I turn to walk away, but not before catching Andrei's gaze. His nod was brief, but that smirk and spark in his eye? Totally unexpected. What's he amused about?

My cheeks heat up as I dart into my bedroom, feeling a surprising wave of nostalgia.

Who knew I'd miss this space? I slip into a sunny yellow floral dress that falls just above my knees, towel-dry my hair, and pull it back into a neat bun. I feel refreshed and renewed.

***

As the stars begin to twinkle above, the Carter estate transforms into a hub of laughter and reminiscence. A reunion party of sorts has taken over the grounds, with Edna, Helen, and Mom at its epicenter…

I watch, fascinated, as they laughed and chatted like old
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