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25. Their Secret

Author: VERARI
last update Last Updated: 2025-01-21 08:54:38
Poppy was initially afraid to divulge her secret because Rafael is also a member of Luciano's family. She was also unsure whether Dante had asked Rafael to observe her.

However, Poppy can sense the sincerity emanating from her brother-in-law's brown eyes. And, haven't they become friends?

Finally, she responded, “I'm just not ready to get pregnant and afraid of giving birth.”

However, Poppy merely admitted to Rafael that she is unsure about her ability to nurture a child at her young age. She didn't say she wanted to postpone pregnancy because she was frightened of being killed by her husband after giving birth.

“I understand you. I heard you'll be 23 years old in three months, or exactly in the next 87 days.”

Poppy raised her eyebrows in amazement at her brother-in-law's statements. She even forgot her birthday. Rafael, on the other hand, is aware of her date of birth, even if it is not her true day of birth but rather the date of birth in her new identity.

“How do you know my birthda
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What will Rafael do to help Poppy?

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