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TBG - Chapter 40: Poolside Tension
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2025-03-21 00:30:33The night was calm, the air crisp with the scent of chlorine and the faint aroma of jasmine from the nearby garden. The sky stretched endlessly above, a deep navy canvas sprinkled with stars. The soft ripple of water echoed in the stillness of the estate as Nadia stepped outside, her bare feet making almost no sound against the cool stone tiles. She had been in her room, preparing for bed when Miranda had knocked on her door.
"Mr. Theodore wants to see you by the pool."Nadia frowned but didn’t argue. She slipped into a light cardigan over her casual clothes before making her way outside.As she turned the corner, she saw him. Theodore was sitting at the edge of the pool, his legs stretched out, a glass of deep red wine in his hand. The soft glow of the pool lights reflected on his sharp features, making him look almost otherworldly. His expression was unreadable, his gaze locked on the liquid swirling in his glass as if lost in thought.Nadia hes
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