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17: A Grievous Mistake

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ZAYN —

Blake, you wouldn't believe what just happened today." A smug grin tugged at my lips as I spoke.

"Really? Tell me then," Blake replied, his tone dripping with curiosity.

I breathed a sigh, and a wry smile crept onto my lips. "I saw her—I mean, I saw Zora."

"For real? So how is she? I bet she couldn't recognize you," he said, obviously teasing.

My brows creased, and a faint smile curled across the corner of my lips. "Of course she did. And she is doing fine, even. I wasn't surprised though, because I know what she's capable of."

"I second that. Zora is such a vicious lady. You really fumbled," Blake retorted, mocking me for my action. Well, I won't get offended because I created the problem for myself.

"You're right, Blake. I fumbled, but that's why I called so you could be of help with my problem." I crossed my legs, massaging my temples. Beads of sweat were dripping on my forehead.

There was a brief silence from his end for some seconds. "And how can I help? How sure are you th
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