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Chapter 171 - Starting Over

Author: Olivia GW
last update Last Updated: 2024-09-24 10:28:48
Noah

Raymond stood only inches away from me. So close I could feel the warmth of his breath brushing against my skin. His presence was magnetic, drawing me in as if no time had passed. And yet, so much had.

The familiar ache of our shared history tugged at my heart. But his eyes, filled with something softer, made me stay rooted in place.

He took a breath, his gaze steady as he said, “I want to start over, Noah. And so… I’d like to ask you out. On a date. Like a first date.”

I blinked, surprised. "Oh… Uh…" The words hung in the air between us, and I didn’t know what to say.

We hadn’t exactly had a "first date" before. Our relationship had always been turbulent, born from moments of chaos and uncertainty.

Raymond must have sensed my hesitation. He smiled gently. "There’s no need to give me an answer right now. Take your time. Sleep on it."

He paused, his hazel eyes softening. "I just think we should start fresh—a new chapter for the two of us. One date. We can get to know each other
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