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CHAPTER 76: THE LIFE HE WANTED
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2024-10-29 19:42:56Kali played with the peas on her plate, using the fork to roll them around. She had opted out of sitting in the office cafeteria because she wanted a place with more privacy. People didn't talk like they used to when the magazines accusing her of marrying for money came out, but there were still whispers. She had enough on her plate with what was going on at home.
So, for the next few weeks, she decided she'd eat at different cafes around the office until she found the most suitable. Something private, usually empty in the afternoons where she could enjoy a meal and video chat with friends.
"Madden." She snapped up as Winston pointed at the free seat in front of her. "Anyone?"
"No, please, help yourself."
"I haven't seen you in here before."
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