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Chapter 29 - Fall from grace.
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JanedoewritingsApologies, everyone. I experienced another anxiety attack. They really hit hard, draining my motivation even for the most basic tasks like eating. Anyway, hope you all enjoy today's chapter! It was a bit of a struggle to get through, took me two whole days. Definitely the longest I've ever pushed myself in writing. Q: What do you think Venezio's deal is? Q: Will this push them closer or farther apart? xoxo
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