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Chapter 1427

Author: Ginger Sue
"I understand… I just couldn't help it earlier today. I will definitely be more rational next time." Xavier stood up and smiled regretfully at Jasper.

"You are only human. It's not wrong to have feelings. You didn't do anything wrong, so you don't have to be like this. Since you have found the right one for you, you should then aim for the right timing."

Jasper got out of his seat and took a few steps toward the cellar door. All of a sudden, he stopped in his tracks and squinted.

"You didn't give Maggie a tacky luxury item as a gift, did you? That's boring, thoughtless, and meaningless. If so, I'm not surprised to hear that she didn't accept your present."

Xavier felt called out. He was so ashamed.

All the way back home, Lauren was a little sulky. She didn't say much either.

By the time they crawled into bed, Landon couldn't restrain himself any longer. His eyes were filled with passion. He slipped his hand under her white-colored nightgown.

Their fingers interlocked wit
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