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Chapter 15

Author: AmeFrostByte
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-Colter-

The tension between Aurelia and I was palpable, thick in the air like a fog. Josephine's arrival had thrown everything into even more disarray than what was already evident before. Had I known that Madison would pull a stunt, inviting Aurelia, I would have never done the same with Josephine.

“Hello, everyone.” Josephine greeted everyone in a sing-song voice that made me swoon almost every single time. I was forced to restrain myself at this moment, however.

“Jose,” I said with a small smile. “I’m glad you made it here safely.”

“So am I,” Josephine replied. “Though it is hard not to arrive anywhere safely with the detail that I have.” she attempted at a joke but everyone was too tense to chuckle.

I forced one out, ignoring the curious glare of my best friend. I also noticed something else. Josephine’s gaze was set one on one particular individual at the table, and it was not me.

Her eyes had been on Aurelia almost since her arrival at the table. There was almost a spark of rec
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Hey bosses, apologies for the mishap but there was a big part missing between chapter 13 and 14, so I had to add it on to chapter 13. Sorry for the mistake!

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Colter is a coward and cowards do not make great Alphas. Just make a decision. It seems easy actually. Spoiled brat!
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