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Chapter 34 Empty Kisses

Author: BELLA
last update Last Updated: 2025-02-20 13:59:39

Blakely's POV

“You've been distracted.” Stan said while we're entering his penthouse. He was carrying the bags of groceries, and I was still lost in thoughts.

I suddenly thought of Serra and the possible reason why Nik wants to abort his child with that woman in the pharmacy. Papa is running for Congress, and I remember how my foster parents always remind us not to create a scandal that can ruin Papa and the family's image. Of course, Nik wouldn't want a scandal to ruin the family especially that Papa is running for Congress and he's about to get engaged with Serra.

“Blakely…” Stan held my hand and that's when he finally got my attention.

My lips parted as I looked at him and roamed my eyes around in his penthouse. His forehead creased. I could see that he's bothered by the fact that I've been spacing out since earlier. I know that he already noticed it when I exited the pharmacy with a face so horrified, and I’m glad he didn't insist on asking about what happened because I wouldn't w
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