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CHAPTER 38: Gambling

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Erin instinctively stepped back, her eyes widening as she observed the anger radiating from Danica's gaze.

"What the heck, Orion? What does this mean?" Danica's voice carried a mix of frustration and hurt, causing tears to well up in her eyes. Her whole body trembled with a combination of anger and emotion.

Erin felt a lump in her throat and swallowed hard, glancing nervously at Orion. Fear etched across her face, she found herself rooted in place, almost as if she could see Daryl's ghost in the intensity of Danica's emotions.

"Why is she with you?!" Danica's accusation echoed, drawing the attention of passersby in the bustling mall.

"Danica..." Orion warned through gritted teeth, his jaw tightening with tension.

Aware of the growing audience, Orion quickly glanced at the onlookers who had paused to eavesdrop. "Not now! We're in public, kid!"

"I need an explanation!" Danica's voice carried desperation, tears streaming down her face.

Onlookers could easily misinterpret th
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