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Chapter 20: Our meeting
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2024-10-29 19:42:56I was thinking in my room about what Shawn has said, he seemed to be serious about this marriage and love thing. By saying that I am thinking, it means that I am actually not refusing this idea. My mind keeps changing and my mood is one of the factors that are making me feel uneasy.
I decided to clear my mind with someone whom I trust would never spread my secret to anyone. I called no one other than Tony.
" Are you busy today?" I asked as soon as he picked up.
" I can always find time for my old client," he replied.
" Great, meet me at our old spot."
I wore high waist jeans and a black tight top. I rolled my hair up in a bun and asked my driver to take me to our meeting location. I lied to Gerald telling him that I am meeting my friends. He did not suspect anything as I took my leave. I missed this neighborhood we are driving in, to be honest, it may be dirty and damp but it will always hold a part in my heart.
I took my first p
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