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Chapter 30. Bidding
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2024-10-29 19:42:56Noah POV
"How did I get home last night?"
That was the first question that came to my head when I opened my eyes and saw the familiar sight of my bedroom's ceiling.
My phone rings, and despite feeling hung over, I squinted to locate my phone. I grabbed it from the nightstand and pressed the answer button.
“Hunter,” I mumbled huskily.
The caller spoke, and I sat up straight.
“Chris, who brought me home?” I asked, brushing back the hair that fell loosely on my forehead.
I really could not remember what happened the night before. I was so hammered.
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