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Chapter 131

Author: Realistic
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Dawn of the unexpected

Celine's POV

Walking up the staircase, my steps quickened as a wave of irritation rose in me. How could Henry even think of inviting Harry he barely knew to stay over? It was simply too much to ask, and I was beginning to regret ever agreeing to let him come over. I realised I might have done it to make Henry happy, but it felt like a mistake now.

When I reached his door, it was closed, and as I tried to unlock it, I realised it was locked from the inside. My heart both rose and sank at the same time. This was the first time Henry had locked himself in his room, and a slight worry crept up my spine as I called out to him.

"Cutie, it's Mum. Please open up," I said, but there was no sound of movement from inside. I pressed my face against the door, feeling pain and worry wash over me.

"Cutie," I called again. This time, I heard him approach, and the door opened slightly. Before I could enter, he had already laid back down on the bed, burying his head in his pillow
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