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CHAPTER 86

After a long and tiring week, Alexa was excited for her rest day. As soon as she sat down to relax, her phone beeped with a message from Anthony.

"Hey Alexa, could you ask your brother to pick me up? Let's spend the rest of your off day together."

Alexa couldn't help but smile at Anthony's persistence. Ever since she met him, he had been constantly asking her out, but she had always refused. Anthony was different from the men she usually encountered. She knew he came from a difficult background, but he made an effort to better himself.

"Anthony, I've told you before that my brother is busy today. I'll come back for you after I spend time with him for a while," Alexa replied.

"I understand. Just stay safe in your travels," Anthony said, and Alexa could hear the disappointment in his voice.

Alexa ended the conversation and continued with her plans for the day.

Alexa felt a knot form in her stomach as she stepped into the diner. Her friends Jade, David, and Cody were already