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Chapter 63 ~ Is there a reason?

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ATHENA

“He doesn’t mean it” Ariana says, and I almost laugh at that.

She had come to pick me up so we could go shopping, but I thought it would be nice for the men to tag along. What a stupid idea this was.

We had just reached the door when I heard Alex talk about how I was shoved down his throat. The pain that I feel is not new, but it doesn't hurt any less.

“I know he loves her. It's not news to me.” I look at my mother inlaw before knocking on the door.

Ariana sighs as she opens Alex's door and walks in.

“Mum.” Alex sits upright.

“Hi Sweetheart, I was about to come to you.” Eli says, and Ariana smiles, placing a kiss on his lips.

“We haven't done much, we thought we could join you, but I'm not sure today is a good day.” Ariana says as Alex stands to give her a kiss.

This is the only time you'll ever get to see his soft eyes. When he’s looking at his mother and grandmother,

“Hi.” I say slowly. Not knowing what else to say to him.

“Hi.” He responds, “You can sit on the couc
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Melanie Samson
hate the story that husband cheat and get away always bad ...
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Judy Childers
I feel sorry for Athena. She deserves to have someone who loves her, she should divorce him. His folks will still support her.
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