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37: SHE CARES

Author: Glittering gold
last update Last Updated: 2024-07-14 23:58:45

RONAN'S POV

I can't believe I'm saying this, but I've fucked up. I've fucked up really bad.

I shouldn’t have said what I said. I should have just helped her down the moment she got into the trap. I totally forgot about the fact that things are a bit salty between us. It was going to take a lot to get to her, but seeing her here, I couldn't help myself but try to joke around like we used to.

I still don’t know if she has no idea she is my second chance mate or if she is just hiding it. But if she knew and is disregarding that, she must be the best actress to walk this planet. my chest feels as if its going to catch on fire whenever i see her but for some reason her mean retorts give some closure, because you only get mad when you care and that means she cares enough to get mad.

“Are you okay, boss man?” Kyle asks, strolling into my office.

“How many times do I have to tell you to knock before coming in, Kyle?” I groan, running my fingers through my hair.

“I did. You didn’t answer, so
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