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CHAPTER 72: A Surprise Visit

Author: P.P. Jing
last update Last Updated: 2024-03-10 17:05:14
"RAQUEL! Raquel, wake up! Get up!"

Raquel's face scrunched up as her eyes opened wide from the strong shaking of her body.

"What the heck is your problem, Mom?" Irritated, she sat up in bed, covering her exposed chest with the blanket, while Brantley continued to peacefully sleep beside her.

"Hurry up and get dressed! Ezekiel and Serena are here!" Her mother's voice carried a mix of panic, fear, and concern.

Raquel's drowsy eyes fully opened at the sound. "What?! They're here?!"

"Yes! I let them into the living room! They're waiting for you; they specifically asked for you!"

Her body suddenly turned cold. Intense anxiety thumped in her chest. Her mind went blank, but various scenarios quickly raced through her thoughts.

Why are they here? Do they already know about me? What are they going to do to me?

No! This can't end just like this! After all the sacrifices she made just to reach this position, she can't let Serena bring her down so easily!

"What are you still doing, dear? Hurry up,
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