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Chapter 17

Author: J.G.DAWN
last update Last Updated: 2022-07-31 20:49:38

Angela's POV

"Yes, I have to go abroad for four to five days in connection with work." His voice became slow and soft and I could feel his hesitation through his voice when he spoke about things abroad.

I can sense it. He was worried about telling me this news.

"Angela…I know…" He tried to explain later. However, I stopped him with my words.

"No worries! I understand. It's just working."

"Angela…" He whispered my name again and this time it gained so much love.

"Erish, you don't need to explain. All I want is just to be safe and come back as soon as possible after finishing the work." I responded to him in a calm tone, because I already sensed his anxiety with his tone.

However, listening to me he became silent.

Noticing his voice not coming from the other side of the phone, I called his name.

"Erish! Are you there?" I inquired and he immediately replied later.

"Yeah. I'm here." He answered.

"Angela, Thank you." His voice was sweet and calming but I was confused when I heard his wor
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