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Chapter 25

Author: Philipa__
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MIA'S POV

I walk into the house later that evening. My cheeks hurt from smiling so much. Spending the day with Eli after so many years felt surreal. We laughed until our stomachs ached, reminiscing about college pranks, secret crushes, and late-night adventures. Seeing him again reminded me of a version of myself I hadn’t connected with in years. A lighter, freer me.

I open the door and step inside. It feels good to be home.

As I move through the hallway, I glance at the doors leading to the various rooms. My hand grazes the wall. Then, as I pass Alexander’s room, I stop dead in my tracks.

A tall, stunning woman steps out. Herdark hair cascades in waves down her back. She’s wearing a fitted dress that barely qualifies as clothing, and her bright red heels click against the floor. Alexander is right behind her with his hand resting lightly on her lower back as he walks her to the door.

I freeze, my breath hitching in my throat.

"Thanks for stopping by," Alexander says.

She turns to hi
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