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56: Meeting The Sawyers

Author: Tarina
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[Arella]

“Lincoln!”

The older lady chirps out his name before I can even fathom what’s happening or what to say. She stands up, taking a few steps toward him and hugging him. The faint scent of her floral perfume lingers as they embrace.

“Happy birthday,” Lincoln mutters softly.

“Thank you, child.”

“Happy birthday, ma’am,” I add, tearing my gaze away from the middle-aged lady still seated.

Play it cool, Arella. Don’t look too awkward. Breathe.

As they separate, her eyes finally land on me. She doesn’t say anything at first, just scrutinizes me, her gaze sharp and assessing.

Her piercing gaze feels like it’s stripping away every layer of pretense I’ve ever built. I clutch the hem of my dress, trying not to fidget, but it feels like she’s peering into my soul.

“This is Arella, my date,” Lincoln says simply, his hand encircling my waist in a possessive manner as he draws me to him.

Her eyes are still locked on me, dissecting every fiber of my existence like she’s deciding if I’m worthy o
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