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Chapter 70

Penulis: Viola Oliver
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Adrian's POV

“Thank you.” I said as Emily let me in.

I'd been in that car for a little over an hour.

Our ride home was a lot to think about.

I wished I didn't fill the car with music, but it's the most sensible escape I could think of.

Plus, I was annoyed myself.

I felt like a pest. I didn't feel appreciated, worse still, it felt like she'd made up her mind not to take me seriously. And that shit hurts! It does!

“I was just gonna tuck myself in bed.” She said, in a no nonsense tone.

“Emily, please. Ease up, let's talk. Do you want me to run a hot water bath for you?” I asked her. I wasn't too happy myself, but I recognise that nothing good will come out of both of us having an attitude.

“That's generous, and funny, but no, thank you.” She said,

“At least, you look more welcoming.” I breathed out.

“What do you want, Adrian?” she asked, picking her nails and looking at her feet.

“You're not mad enough to look me in the eyes?” I asked, teasing and smirking.

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