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last update Last Updated: 2024-12-29 04:39:58

Ethan

The weekend had arrived, and I couldn’t shake the anticipation coursing through me. All I wanted was to take Lila out, spend some time with her away from the constant watchful eyes of her protective brother. Ronan had always been like that; guarding her like she was a precious gem, which she was, but it made things harder for me. Still, I had managed to carve out time with her before, and this weekend, I planned to do the same.

But there was something nagging at the back of my mind.

I had just gotten off the phone with Reuben, my cousin. Well, distant relative to be exact. The guy was a complete spendthrift, always throwing these extravagant parties at his crib even though he never made a dime on his own. His girlfriend’s fortune kept him afloat, and Reuben lived like he was a king. But despite all of that, I couldn’t help but love him. He had that laid-back, fun personality that made everyone around him feel at ease.

I had called him to check in about tonight’s party and to s
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