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49. The Afterglow
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2024-10-29 19:42:56August wakes up the next morning, unsure if last night was nothing but a wicked dream. He peeks at the spot next to him and sees Elizabeth’s sleeping figure curled facing away from him but still sleeping. Smiling and exhaling with relief as he shifts to face her and hold her against him. He lost her because of his stupidity, but he made sure Madison was out of his life for good. She was previously his muse, but she crushed his heart and spirit when she chose to marry for wealth. No matter what she told him a few days ago, his heart wasn’t hers to break anymore.
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August Rain: A Mafia Trinity Novel 59. This Is Happiness
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Hi, there readers! I am so sorry for the delay in updates to the story. The last week of December has been so hectic for me, but that’s no excuse. I will be writing full time from the end of January, so be prepared for daily updates! Thank you so much for reading my novel and supporting me, you have no idea how much I appreciate your feedback and support!Love always, J.Tarr x
