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47. Away from Husband

Author: Athena
last update Last Updated: 2025-01-26 22:56:05

*** Raven ***

I watched them board the private jet that I own and use for my business trips. Before they boarded, I gave her a lot of kisses on her face, lips, and neck. That’s when I saw a glimpse of Patricia and Zian, who cringed at us. It’s funny to see that our best friends had the same look at the same time.

“Get back safely,” I told her and held her hand tightly. Although I don’t want her to leave, I must let her do whatever she wants. Zian, Patricia, and Penny are with her anyway together with Seth.

“Two weeks. If you don't get back at that time, I’ll be coming there.”

“Okay,”

“Come on, let’s go for Pete’s sake!” Penny exclaimed as Hyacinth waved at me and she boarded the plane with them. I let out a sigh and checked my phone to see where her phone was cloned to mine. There were no new messages for now.

I hopped into my car and stopped when Calisto sneaked into the jet before it closed. I sighed and shook my head but I let him. He’s an architect anyway. They can find it out
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