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Logan 00129

Author: Grace Aden
last update Last Updated: 2024-12-03 17:38:49

Logan’s POV

Every time we talk, it’s the same. She brings up the contract as if that’s all there is between us.

Each day I'm reminded of my selfishness. I made her sign it when I should have wooed her and fought for her like a man who knows what he wants.

But after Samantha left me at the altar, I couldn’t bear the thought of more heartache. I needed something secure, something easy.

I loved Nadine long before her wedding to Jake. I knew it was wrong, but desperation had me conspiring with Nathalie, pushing things to unfold the way they did. It wasn’t right, but my heart didn’t care about right and wrong.

Now, I stand in front of her, watching her hesitate as she holds the envelope I’ve just handed over. Her eyes narrow in suspicion. I see it, and I know I’m asking a lot. But I have to try.

"Just open it, Nadine," I say.

Her gaze stays locked on mine. Slowly, carefully, she lifts the envelope, her fingers grazing mine in the process. That familiar spark undeniable, electric surges
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