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Chapter 0072

Author: Aurora Starling
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“Listen,” Ethan ran a hand through his slicked back hair. “The more we’re quiet, the guiltier we seem. We go out, we refuse to discuss the situation other than denying it. We don't let them rattle us-”

Ethan turned and took both my hands in his, catching my eye and holding my gaze. His eyes were war
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