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The New Wife

Author: Latté
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CHAPTER ELEVEN: The Wait

Asher walked down the stairs and slumped into a chair at the dining table, exhaustion and frustration etched into his features.

He rubbed his temples, letting out a weary sigh as one of the three maids stepped forward to serve him breakfast. Leaning back into his seat, he exhaled slowly, trying to shake off the weight pressing down on him.

Across the table, Catherine sat two seats away, buttering her toast with a smug expression. The morning’s menu was a traditional English breakfast.

“And a good morning to you,” she said, taking a slow, deliberate bite, clearly amused by his state.

Asher barely spared her a glance, as if just now registering her presence.

“Morning,” he muttered, his voice gruff as he set his phone down on the table.

Catherine’s lips curved into a smirk. “So… how’s the little devil? Still no sign of making an appearance?” she asked, mockery lacing her tone.

Asher’s expression darkened. His grip tightened slightly around his coffee cup.

“Chloe
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