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Chapter 71

Author: Dunni
last update Last Updated: 2024-09-24 01:30:24

Eric

The sound of the clock ticking could be heard as I sat waiting for Aunt Bailey, who was on her way, boiling within. I couldn’t take my eyes off the picture. I had told the stupid Cassie to send it to me because I couldn’t get it off my head. I had told Esmeralda to stop her and get her number. Thankfully, she didn’t stress me on that. I still didn’t understand how Lachlan had coped with that bitch. But well, that wasn’t my business.

Finally, I heard the housekeeper greet her as she entered. I looked up and watched her walk to where I was.

“Good evening, Aunt,” I greeted as she sat on the sofa. She sighed and remained quiet for a while.

“Good evening, Eric. Are you okay? Why the sudden call?” She finally asked after resting a while. I sighed.

“Aunt Bailey, there’s fire on the mountain.” I said, and she adjusted her sitting position, looking more worried.

“What’s the matter, Eric?” She asked, and I handed her the phone.

“Just take a look at that.”

As soon as her eyes fell on the pi
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