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Chapter Twenty

Author: Aurielle
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“Ugh thank gods we’re home!” I groaned as I hopped out of the truck just as Echo came to a stop in front of the pack house. I stretched and groaned as the ache in my muscles protested the movements after being stationary for so long.

“Thank gods is right. I desperately need a piss and to sleep. I’m heading home. Catch you later Kara.” Echo said as he grabbed his bag and headed to the house he shared with his brother and his mate. I waved him off before heading to the house and smiling at Gram as she came out of the house to give me a big squeeze, kissing my cheek and smoothing back my hair before leading me into the house.

“You look tired my dear. Did you want something to eat before you go to bed?” Gram asked as she led me into the kitchen. I nodded and yawned as I sat on a stool at the island counter.

“The truck is not a comfortable place to sleep. Echo was driving all the way through and didn’t stop unless for a bathroom break. I felt so bad I couldn’t help him by driving part of
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Debbie Proffer
I have to agree Ben. But I hope she rejects him. But concerned what he said he’s not the one who’s bad?
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Ben
Yeah, it just had me wondering jajaja. Thanks.
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Aurielle
Ellis is only 17, so she can’t tell who her mate is yet and Echo hasn’t met her yet. Will have to keep reading to find out I guess.
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