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71-The truth

Author: Cat Reed
last update Last Updated: 2024-10-29 19:42:56

Ryker's POV

I had a gathering with my guys in the evening, so I drove Shea back to her hostel after making sure that she ate and used her medicines. I was on my way to Brandon's house, so I planned to call off the bet with Brandon today. I know it's kinda late to back down, I should have done it since, I should have listened to Felix the first time he told me to call it off.

But I was going to do the right thing this evening, fixing my mess even though I might be branded a loser, but that didn't matter to me anymore. What mattered more was Shea, my relationship with her. If she ever found out about the bet, it would be over for us and she would never forgive, I wouldn't forgive myself either.

She was already going through a lot, I didn't want to add to it. Her best friend clearly warned me not to hurt her yesterday when we talked. He wouldn't forgive me either if he finds out about the bet.

I entered Brandon's compound and drove through the long driveway, then I parked my car at the
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