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2024-11-16 15:06:01While Tony showered in the bathroom, Kate continued eating and wondered why Tony wasn’t willing to tell her more about Agnes. Maybe he hadn’t gotten over her death as he claimed in Sommerville.
After finishing her sandwich, Kate drank the orange juice that came with the meal in three gulps. She felt full and didn’t think she needed to participate in the family breakfast meeting.
Maybe she should tell Tony that she didn’t feel so good so that he’d let her stay up here while he dined with his kids.
“You’re not a coward,” Kate whispered to herself. She couldn’t hide in here forever.
Tony emerged from the bedroom dressed in a mint sweatshirt and joggers combination with a pair of white sneakers. This casual outfit made him look young and attractive, and Kate was surprised that she actually found him appealing.
“How do I look?” Tony asked her playfully.
“Youthful,” Kate said immediately and bit her lip in regret. She hoped Tony didn’t feel insult
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