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42. Coffee Date

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"Aren't you both already married?" Sarah was stuffing herself with a croissant while I sipped on my coffee.

"It's more of a renewal of vows," I said.

"Not really renewal, but the actual establishment of vows." She mumbled.

I pursed my lips.

"Look!" She held her hands up. "I know I seem blah but I am not any less excited than you, okay? It's just that-"

I burst out laughing. "I know," I said.

"What?" She looked away.

"The idea of working with William Harvey for one wedding was bad enough, right?" I asked

Sarah let out a heavy sigh and she slumped in her chair. "That man micromanages EVERYTHING."

I let out a laugh. "Oh come on, darling. It's not like you are any better."

She narrowed her eyes at me. "Are you taking his side?"

"I am not," I replied, taking another sip of my delicious coffee. "I am just stating a fact."

Sarah rolled her eyes at me. "Well, at least he's good at what he does. But yes, he's a bit much."

I raised a brow
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Sarah is the bestest friend anyone could ever have. But what does William and Jackson want? What are they up to? Read on to find out. <3 <3 <3

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