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Chapter 40 - Avoidance
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2024-10-29 19:42:56Noah
I avoided Raymond as much as possible in the big mansion. The vast hallways and numerous rooms made it easy to keep my distance. Although I should probably talk to him about Ava, I felt too nervous and insecure.
What if he only married me out of obligation? What if he told me he would choose Ava over me?
I decided to go shopping for pregnancy clothes. Trying on different outfits would be a good distraction from my troubled thoughts.
In the fitting room of a luxury boutique, I slipped into a soft, flowy, sky blue dress. The color matched my eyes. It accentuated my growing belly. The fabric was light and airy, perfect for the warm spring and summer days ahead.
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