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I thought the bet was over

Author: Brown Choba
last update Last Updated: 2025-01-23 01:18:24

Kathrine’s POV

The house was very quiet when I came in, the faint creak of the door hinge sounding far louder than it should have. The digital clock blinked as I punched in the security code Weah had finally given me. I paused, listening. Not a single sound, no muffled voices or TV hum, which meant everyone had gone upstairs. Good, I didn’t feel like dealing with anyone tonight.

My stomach rumbled, a sign of hunger. I couldn’t remember the last time I had eaten lunch. I made my way to the kitchen, where the faint smell of something grilled could be perceived. Flipping on a light, I headed straight for the fridge. The cool air hit my face as I scanned the shelves, leftover steak, grilled onions, peppers, and mushrooms. It wasn’t much, but it would help. I pulled everything out and dumped it into a frying pan, the hiss and sizzle breaking the silence.

The warmth from the stove was comforting as I stood there, still dressed in the pants from my karate center but now wearing a tank top in
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