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CHAPTER 25

~Arianna’s POV~

Martha’s apartment felt warm and cozy as I sat on the couch holding a mug of hot cocoa. Martha was sprawled across her armchair, legs tucked beneath her as she listened to my vague complaints about my “new job.”

“I don’t even know where to begin,” I sighed, leaning back against the cushions. “He’s arrogant, controlling, and honestly… insufferable.”

Martha raised an eyebrow, clearly intrigued. “Sounds like your boss is a piece of work. What kind of job is this again?”

“Let’s just say it’s temporary,” I muttered, taking a sip of cocoa to avoid answering directly.

“Temporary or not, Ari, no one has the right to treat you like that.” Martha’s voice took on a protective edge, and I felt a twinge of guilt. She didn’t know the half of it.

Before I could respond, a loud crash shattered the calm. The front door burst open, slamming against the wall.

“What the—” Martha started, but her voice faltered as she stared at the figure standing in the doorway.
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