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17. A Surprise Visit

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DANE

I had seen Dahlia leaving in a hurry. Since she had received that parcel in the morning she had been lost in thought. Even when I had needed her signature she had been lost in thought.

I had pretended I didn’t remember last night, and it was for the best. It had been an intoxicated mistake. I don’t even know why I kissed her, even if she was a sexy doll. She was still a rich spoilt princess. The more I said that the more it felt unconvincing.

I tried not to remember how she had removed my shoes or tucked me in. Damn it was embarrassing. What annoyed me the most was I had been there in that house but hadn’t been able to look around. It had been absolutely pointless. Well, that kiss… I frowned. That kiss shouldn’t have happened. I needed to keep telling myself that firmly.

I pressed the button on the intercom. “Ms Thorn ask Ms El Nazari’s assistant to bring me the files she was to sign. I’ll do them.”

I had a little time so why not, I guess

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Mary Calhoun
He needs to tell Dahlia.
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TigerLilyyy
So happy Dane heard everything Amal was saying and OMG, I hope her plans backfire in her face and despite her being Hadid’s wife, she doesn’t get her hands on the company or Dahlia’s inheritance. Evil b****
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Pauline Vulia
I can't wait to see all those people including the stepmother brought out to light so everyone could see what they were up to. Thank you for the update. Very interesting...
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